What it is
Gentiana Lutea Rhizome/Root Extract is obtained from the rhizome and roots of yellow gentian, an alpine perennial in the Gentianaceae family. The root is rich in bitter glycoside compounds and has a long history of traditional use. In skincare and sunscreen products the extract is included at low levels for its conditioning and soothing properties.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As with other botanicals, individuals with plant sensitivities may wish to patch test before broad use.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, derived from the rhizome and roots of Gentiana lutea (yellow gentian), a plant native to the mountain meadows of central and southern Europe.
History
Yellow gentian root has a long history of traditional use, including as a bitter tonic and flavoring agent, well before its adoption as a cosmetic botanical.
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from the rhizome and root of yellow gentian, an alpine plant native to European mountains.
What does it do in a sunscreen?
It acts as a conditioning and soothing botanical, not as a UV filter.