Skin Conditioning
CAULOPHYLLUM THALICTROIDES RHIZOME/ROOT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Blue cohosh rhizome — a traditional medicinal plant containing methylcytisine and other alkaloids. The plant is toxic if ingested. Limited topical safety data warrants caution.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional medicinal botanical
- Used at low cosmetic levels
- Saponin content
Known concerns
- Plant contains methylcytisine alkaloid
- Toxic if ingested in any quantity
- Topical safety data very limited
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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