botanical powder
POLYGONUM FAGOPYRUM FLOUR
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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