Raphanus sativus (Radish) root extract
AKA: Radish Root Extract
Plant-Derived
Astringent
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Raphanus Sativus (Radish) Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as astringent, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Brassicaceae (Mustard/Cabbage family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Annual or biennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84775-94-0
Form
Liquid
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Tightens Pores
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Fights Bacteria
Reduces Inflammation
Tightens and tones pores
Traditional Use
Radish has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and European folk medicine for centuries to improve circulation, detoxify skin, and treat various skin conditions due to its sulfur compounds and vitamins.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR