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Is Dioscorea Opposita Root vegan?

Dioscorea Opposita Root

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Dioscorea Opposita Root is the root of Dioscorea opposita (Chinese yam), family Dioscoreaceae, used in cosmetics as a plant-derived ingredient.

Also known as Chinese Yam Root, DIOSCOREA OPPOSITA (WILD YAM) ROOT, Dioscorea Opposita Root is the roots of Dioscorea opposita, Dioscoreaceae, Wild Yam Root
INCI name Dioscorea Opposita Root
CosIng ID 55943
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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