Botanical hydrosol
ALPINIA OFFICINARUM ROOT WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Hydrosol from galangal rhizome, a ginger-family root used in Asian traditional medicine. Adds warm aromatic character and trace antioxidant compounds to toners and mists, with a gentle aqueous skin feel.
Skin benefits
- Lesser galangal hydrosol carrying trace antioxidant diarylheptanoids
- Warm spicy aroma for sensorial formulations
- Used traditionally for skin comfort in TCM
- Aqueous form with low irritation potential
Known concerns
- Limited modern cosmetic safety review specific to the water
- Possible spicy-oil residues that can warm sensitive skin
- Quality and chemotype vary by source
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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