Banned / Annex II
Adonis vernalis L. and its preparations
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Adonis vernalis (pheasant's eye) — a toxic cardiac-glycoside plant banned in EU cosmetics under Annex II. Pharmacologically dangerous; not suitable for any skincare product.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic use; toxic cardiac-glycoside plant
Known concerns
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II — banned (Adonis vernalis and preparations)
- Contains cardiac glycosides (adonitoxin etc) with narrow therapeutic window
- Highly toxic plant; not safe for cosmetic application
- Drug-class effects on heart rhythm on systemic exposure
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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