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GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM ROOT EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A root extract from cotton (Gossypium herbaceum). Cotton root bark contains gossypol, a known reproductive toxin, so it's used only when refined to remove gossypol. Otherwise of concern.

Skin benefits

  • Polyphenol antioxidants
  • Traditional skin-conditioning use
  • Tannin astringency

Known concerns

  • Cotton root bark contains gossypol — a reproductive toxin
  • Limited cosmetic safety dossier on root specifically
  • Suppliers must control gossypol content

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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