Rauwolfia serpentina extract (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 90106-13-1; Rauwolfia serpentina root extract

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Rauwolfia serpentina extract is a drug derived from the roots of Rauwolfia serpentina, the snakewood, a shrub of the dog family that grows up to 1m high.

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Rauwolfia alkaloids, monomeric indole alkaloids and others

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The root extract is used in cosmetic formulations. It has astringent (tightens the skin/compacts the skin surface), skin-caring (keeps the skin in good condition) and astringent (compresses the skin surface) effects.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer