Skin Conditioning
AGERATUM CONYZOIDES FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Billygoat weed (Ageratum conyzoides) extract — contains hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids that are potential genotoxic carcinogens. Unsuitable for cosmetic use; better alternatives exist.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional ethnobotanical use for inflammation
Known concerns
- Hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids
- Potential genotoxic carcinogens
- Restricted as medicinal in several jurisdictions
- Unsuitable for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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