Saxifraga Sarmentosa Extract

SAX

8/10

Concern level

High concern

Saxifraga sarmentosa extract is a botanical extract of Saxifraga sarmentosa (also listed as Saxifraga stolonifera) used mainly for soothing, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning roles. It is commonly positioned as a supportive cosmetic extract rather than a primary active. ([incidecoder.com](https://incidecoder.com/ingredients/saxifraga-sarmentosa-extract?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

HealingSoothing

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 5.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin8/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No known high-risk ingredient interactions established., Because botanical extracts can sensitize, use caution in formulas already heavy in fragrance or other sensitizers.

Risks & Warnings

Overall low-risk in cosmetic use, but as a plant extract it can still cause sensitization in susceptible individuals; robust CIR-style safety review is limited, and INCI sources note that its safety has not yet been reviewed by CIR. ([specialchem.com](https://www.specialchem.com/cosmetics/inci-ingredients/saxifraga-sarmentosa-extract?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Shiseido