Synonym(s)
Echinacea purpurea root extract (INCI)
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Echinacea purpurea extract the root extract of the red coneflower (see coneflower below) is used in cosmetic formulations. The root extract has an antimicrobial, skin-caring, moisturising and strengthening effects on skin or hair.
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For the ingredients of Echinacea purpurea extract see below Echinaceae purpurea radix, the purple coneflower root Echinaceae purpureae radix, is an official preparation (Ph.Eur.8; Monograph: ESCOP) made from the whole or cut underground parts of the plant.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer