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Antioxidant

CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS EXTRACT

CAS 223749-52-8 Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Safflower extract used for antioxidant flavonoids and a natural yellow-red pigment. Generally well tolerated; ragweed-allergic users should patch test.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant safflower flower extract
  • Carthamin pigment with skin-conditioning claims
  • Traditional botanical use

Known concerns

  • Possible Asteraceae cross-reactivity
  • Composition variable by extraction
  • Limited modern cosmetic safety opinions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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