Skin Conditioning
ACORUS CALAMUS ROOT EXTRACT HYDROGENATED
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sweet flag root extract that has been hydrogenated to reduce beta-asarone, the carcinogenic compound that got the plant banned from food in the EU and US. Even hydrogenated, the parent material warrants real caution.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hydrogenation reduces beta-asarone reactivity
- Traditional astringent skin-conditioning use
- Mild antimicrobial polyphenols
Known concerns
- Native sweet flag contains beta-asarone — IARC group 2B-adjacent, banned in food in EU/US
- Hydrogenation incomplete in commercial preparations
- Rodent hepatocarcinogenicity in oral studies
- Limited cosmetic dermatology dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.