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botanical powder

POLYGONUM FAGOPYRUM FLOUR

CAS 89958-09-8
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Buckwheat flour with rutin, amino acids, and minerals. Offers antioxidant, exfoliating, and oil-absorbing benefits, balanced by buckwheat allergen potential and rare photosensitization concerns.

Skin benefits

  • Rutin provides antioxidant and vascular support
  • Gentle physical exfoliation as flour
  • Contains amino acids and minerals for skin nutrition
  • Mild absorbent for oily skin

Known concerns

  • Buckwheat is an allergen for some users
  • Gritty texture may irritate sensitive skin
  • Photosensitization risk in rare cases from fagopyrin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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