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Skin Conditioning

LACTUCA VIROSA LEAF EXTRACT

CAS 85117-07-3 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Wild lettuce leaf extract used historically to soothe skin. The plant carries opium-like alkaloids that are toxic if ingested; topical cosmetic safety data is thin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional skin-soothing botanical
  • Mild astringent

Known concerns

  • Wild lettuce contains alkaloids (lactucin/lactucopicrin) with toxicity if ingested
  • Limited topical safety data
  • Potential sedative/irritant alkaloids

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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