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Humectant

PASTINACA SATIVA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 90082-39-6 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Parsnip root extract — a mildly humectant Apiaceae botanical. The family carries phototoxic furanocoumarins (psoralens), so lower-yellow is appropriate absent supplier purity data.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Mild humectant effect
  • Vitamin and mineral content
  • Antioxidant phenolics

Known concerns

  • Apiaceae family furanocoumarins (phototoxic)
  • Allergen cross-reactivity with carrot/celery
  • Photosensitization risk if poorly purified

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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