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Botanical Extract

LITHOSPERMUM OFFICINALE EXTRACT

CAS 90063-58-4 Updated
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Common gromwell (Lithospermum officinale) extract — a Boraginaceae plant traditionally used on skin. Pyrrolizidine alkaloid content in the genus is a concern, so this lands low-yellow despite traditional use.

Function

FRAGRANCESKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional skin-healing use
  • Source of shikonin-type pigments
  • Mild antioxidant activity

Known concerns

  • Boraginaceae plants can contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids — hepatotoxic
  • Limited modern cosmetic toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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