Pelargonium Peltatum Extract

Also known as: Ivy-Leaf Geranium Extract

INCI: Pelargonium Peltatum Extract | Function: Soothing, Antioxidant, Conditioning | Type: Botanical Extract

What Is Pelargonium Peltatum Extract?

Pelargonium Peltatum (ivy-leaf geranium) is a trailing geranium species native to South Africa. Its extract contains flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and polysaccharides that provide skin-conditioning and antioxidant benefits. Unlike the fragrant pelargoniums, P. peltatum is valued more for its moisturizing and soothing properties than its scent.

Key Skin Benefits

+ Skin conditioning — polysaccharides provide light moisturizing effect
+ Antioxidant — flavonoids neutralize environmental free radicals
+ Soothing — calms irritated or stressed skin
+ Film-forming — light protective layer on skin surface

Pros

+ Non-fragrant — suitable for fragrance-free formulations
+ Light moisturizing without heaviness
+ Gentle — well-tolerated by most skin types
+ Renewable and sustainable botanical source

Cons

− Limited scientific literature on cosmetic efficacy
− Niche ingredient — limited supplier availability
− Extract quality varies by cultivation conditions

Specifications

Property	Value
Usage Areas	Face, Body
Product Type	Leave-On, Rinse-Off
Source	Plant
Natural Level	Natural

Safety Ratings

Metric	Rating
Skin Sensitivity	1/5
Comedogenic Rating	0/5
EWG Score	1/10

Regional Regulatory Limits

Region	Leave-on %	Rinse-off %	Status
EU (CosIng)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
US (CIR/FDA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
Japan (MHLW)	No limit	No limit	Allowed
ASEAN	No limit	No limit	Allowed
China (NMPA)	No limit	No limit	Allowed

Typical Usage % by Product Type

Product Type	Typical %
Soothing serum	1 - 3%
Day cream / Lotion	0.5 - 2%
After-sun gel	2 - 5%

References

CosIng (2025) — Pelargonium Peltatum Extract. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/
EWG Skin Deep — Botanical extracts safety. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
SpecialChem — Pelargonium extracts in cosmetics. https://cosmetics.specialchem.com/

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