Common Name(s): Raphanus sativus root powder

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides natural exfoliation and skin brightening from radish root powder.

Why It's Used: Used as a biodegradable natural alternative to synthetic microbeads for gentle exfoliation.

How It Works: Radish root powder provides gentle physical exfoliation from the granular structure; glucosinolates (sulforaphene, glucoraphanin) provide potential brightening activity; natural silica content provides mild oil absorption.

Typically Found In: Natural exfoliating products,brightening scrubs,biodegradable exfoliants

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Functional ingredient – exfoliant

Secondary Functions: Exfoliant,absorbent,skin conditioning agent

Application Areas:

Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required

Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required

Source Notes: Dried raphanus sativus root; natural vegetable origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 2/5 – low-moderate; physical exfoliant

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Use gently; avoid harsh scrubbing; not for broken skin.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Conditional

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. biodegradable natural exfoliant. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Other natural exfoliants,kaolin

Avoid Combining With: Use with gentle application technique

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Natural plant powders (radish, bamboo, apricot pit) are biodegradable alternatives to synthetic polyethylene microbeads that are now banned in many jurisdictions.

Last Verified: 2026-03-28

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary