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Exfoliant

PAPAVER SOMNIFERUM SEED

CAS 84650-40-8 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Whole poppy seeds used as a natural mechanical exfoliant in scrubs. Cosmetic seed material is washed; alkaloid traces are negligible. Gentle on skin at moderate use levels.

Function

ABRASIVE

Skin benefits

  • Mechanical exfoliation
  • Source of fatty acids and vitamin E from oil residue
  • Bio-degradable scrub material

Known concerns

  • Mechanical abrasion if used at high percent
  • Theoretical alkaloid trace - negligible in cosmetic-grade seed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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