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ANGELICA ACUTILOBA ROOT WATER

CAS 164288-49-7
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A traditional East Asian medicinal root containing furanocoumarins that cause photosensitivity, making it problematic for leave-on cosmetic products exposed to sunlight.

Angelica acutiloba root contains furanocoumarins such as bergapten and psoralen, which are listed in EU Annex III (Regulation (EC) 1223/2009) with restrictions on maximum concentration and required label statements due to photosensitisation risk. Products containing this ingredient require specific warnings. Despite restrictions, the extract has recognised skin-toning and circulation-promoting properties in traditional use.

Skin benefits

  • traditional skin-toning
  • antimicrobial
  • circulation-promoting

Known concerns

  • furanocoumarins — photosensitisation risk
  • EU Annex III restricted (max concentration and warning labels required)
  • may cause phototoxic reaction with UV exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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