- INCI Name:Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
- Ingredient Name:Astragalus Root Extract
- Functions:Anti-Inflammatory, Conditioner, Anti-Microbial Agent
- Ingredient Origin:Plant Origin, Natural Origin
- Labeling Claims:Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Natural, Naturally Derived
- Synonyms:Astragalus Membranaceus, Ext.
Bio-Botanica, Inc. Astragalus Root In Butylene Glycol is a product that belongs to the Fabaceae plant family and scientifically named Astragalus membranaceus, contains key chemical constituents, including astragalus polysaccharide (APS), flavonoid compounds, saponin compounds, and alkaloids. It falls within multiple functional categories related to food, beverages, and dietary supplements, providing support for respiratory, immune, and detox purposes. Moreover, it finds applications in the cosmetic and personal care industry, particularly in promoting skin health. Astragalus root has been valued in Chinese herbal traditions since ancient times, with a history dating back over 2000 years in China. Its use is associated with its ability to harmonize the body's systems, and its characteristic yellow color contributes to its Chinese name, "Huang Qi," which translates to "yellow leader." In China, it has been historically employed to fortify "chi," the body's vital life force and protective energy.