Plant Extracts

Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract

Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 14 Aug 2026

Also known as: Actaea Racemosa, Black Cohosh

Cimicifuga racemosa root extract is also known as black cohosh

At a glance

Antioxidant

What Is Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract?

Cimicifuga racemosa root extract is also known as black cohosh. Its components produce a type of phytoestrogen (plant estrogen) used in anti-aging skin care products.

Benefits for Your Skin

How widely it's used

0.1%
of skincare products contain this ingredient .
Most common in: Treatments Cleansers Moisturisers

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

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INCI Name
CIMICIFUGA RACEMOSA ROOT EXTRACT
EC Number
283-951-6
Function
Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

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