Yacon Root Extract
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Yacon Root Extract is derived from the roots of Polymnia sonchifolia (now more commonly classified as Smallanthus sonchifolius), a plant native to South America. The root is naturally rich in fructooligosaccharides (FOS), sugars, amino acids, minerals, and antioxidant compounds. In skincare, it is primarily used for its moisturising, soothing, and microbiome-supporting properties. The naturally occurring prebiotic compounds help support beneficial skin microorganisms, while its sugar content assists with hydration and skin conditioning. Yacon Root Extract is commonly included in products designed to support the skin barrier, improve comfort, and maintain healthy-looking skin.
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Safety: Generally considered safe and well tolerated for all skin types. Adverse reactions are uncommon, though individuals with sensitivities to botanical extracts should monitor for irritation when using products containing Yacon-derived ingredients.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root ExtractYacon Root Juice
Functions
🦠 Microbiome Support
Ingredients that help support the skin microbiome, the community of microorganisms that naturally live on the skin. This category includes prebiotics, probiotic-derived ingredients, ferments, and lysates that help maintain a healthy microbial balance.
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