Banned pharmaceutical alkaloid
Hydrastinine hydrochloride
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Hydrastinine hydrochloride is an old pharmaceutical alkaloid derived from goldenseal, used historically as a haemostatic. It is a drug substance, not a cosmetic ingredient, and is banned from skincare in the EU.
Skin benefits
- Historical pharmaceutical use as a haemostatic agent
- No legitimate cosmetic application
Known concerns
- Alkaloid drug substance, not a cosmetic ingredient
- Cardiovascular and uterine pharmacological activity
- Banned from cosmetic use under EU Annex II
- Toxicity poorly characterised by modern standards
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Check your shelf
Find Hydrastinine hydrochloride in your products.
Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains Hydrastinine hydrochloride and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.
This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.