Definition
Gymnema Sylveste Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Australian Cow Plant, Gymnema sylvestre, Asclepiadaceae
Biological origin: Gymnema sylvestre (Retz.) R.Br. ex Sm. · family Apocynaceae · plant
Source: GBIF species information
Cosmetic roles
Gives a tightening feelASTRINGENTKeeps skin in good condition (CosIng catch-all)SKIN CONDITIONINGDraws in and holds moistureHUMECTANT
Safety & regulatory references
Other restriction: ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
Source: EU CosIng ingredient list
More data — names, identifiers, properties, test records, literature
Official labels & definitions
JCIA labelling name ギムネマエキス: 本品は、Gymnema sylvestrisの葉のエキスである。
Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)
JCIA labelling name ギムネマシルベストレ葉エキス: 本品は、Gymnema sylvestre の葉のエキスである。
Source: JCIA labelling names (Japan)
Names & identifiers
GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE LEAF EXTRACTINCI당살초잎추출물Korean label name (MFDS standard)당살초세포배양추출물Korean label name (MFDS standard)GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE CELL CULTURE EXTRACTSynonymGYMNEMA SYLVESTRE STEM EXTRACTFormer nameギムネマエキスJapanese labelling nameギムネマシルベストレ葉エキスJapanese labelling name
- CAS No.chemical registry number
- 90045-47-9
- EC No.EU chemical inventory number
- 289-908-8
- DTXSIDUS EPA chemical ID
- DTXSID501042414
What products actually use it for
What the 3 products reported to the US EPA with this ingredient use it for. Products outside cosmetics are included, so the top few rows are its main uses.
- Softener and conditioner1
- Astringent (EPA)1
- Humectant1
Source: US EPA CompTox dashboard
Related literature
- Effects of Gymnema sylvestre Leaf Extract Formulation on Hair Growth Inhibition in C3H mice · 2025
- The Preparation and Sensory Evaluation of Post-waxing Aftercare Lotion · 2023
- Tissue-cultured Gymnema sylvestre Leaf Extract Enhance Anti-adipogenic Effects through Inhibition of C/EBP-${\alpha}$ Expression and Lipid Droplet Accumulation · 2009