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MORINGA OLEIFERA 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

An extract from moringa root, the most toxic part of the plant. Contains ephedrine-like alkaloids; root extracts are riskier than the well-tolerated leaf extracts.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Traditional anti-inflammatory use

Known concerns

  • Root contains higher levels of toxic compounds (moringinine, alkaloids)
  • Ephedrine-like alkaloid structures
  • Leaf is safer than root for cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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