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Antimicrobial

HYDROLYZED RUMEX CRISPUS ROOT EXTRACT

Updated
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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 hydrolyzed curly dock root extract — antimicrobial but anthraquinones (emodin, chrysophanol) bring contact-irritation, photosensitization, and genotoxicity flags. Use with caution.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Astringent
  • Antimicrobial

Known concerns

  • Anthraquinone-related contact sensitization
  • Emodin genotoxicity flag
  • Possible photosensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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