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Botanical Extract

ACONITUM CILIARE ROOT EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Root extract of an Aconitum (monkshood) species. The genus contains aconitine – one of the most toxic plant alkaloids known. EU Annex II already bans the lead species; not a safe cosmetic.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic role – traditional medicine use only

Known concerns

  • Genus Aconitum contains aconitine – cardiotoxic neurotoxin
  • EU Annex II prohibits A. napellus and galenicals (class read-across)
  • Lethal at sub-gram doses if poorly processed
  • Strong systemic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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