Sugandh-bala (Valeriana Brunoniana)

SUG

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Botanical ingredient from the Valeriana genus (sugandh-bala / tagar) used in cosmetics as a plant extract rather than a single defined molecule. Product labeling shows it used in a facial polish alongside other botanical materials, and the broader Valeriana genus is known for volatile oils and sesquiterpenoids such as valerenic-acid-type constituents. Because the exact cosmetic composition varies by extract method and plant part, the ingredient should be treated as a variable botanical extract with limited ingredient-specific cosmetic data. ([ranavat.com](https://www.ranavat.com/products/facial-polish-imperial-glow?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Soothing

Chemical Properties

pH Range

4.50 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

0.05% - 1.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin3/10

acne prone5/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin6/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Other fragrant botanicals or essential oils in leave-on products may increase the chance of sensitivity, High-ethanol or strongly acidic systems may increase sting if the extract is not compatible with that vehicle, Use caution when combining multiple potential allergens in the same formula

Risks & Warnings

Main risks are non-specific botanical allergy/sensitivity and formula-dependent irritation, especially if the extract is solvent-based or used with fragrant botanicals. Ingredient-specific cosmetic safety data for V. brunoniana are sparse, so avoid assuming it is universally non-irritating. Genus-level valerian products can contain bioactive terpenoids and varying phytochemicals, which increases batch-to-batch variability. ([link.springer.com](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11101-024-10061-x?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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