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PETASITES HYBRIDUS ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 90082-63-6 Updated
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A butterbur root extract with anti-inflammatory potential. Raw root contains liver-toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids; only certified PA-free, purified extracts should be used in cosmetics.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing potential
  • Traditional botanical use in skincare

Known concerns

  • Contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) — hepatotoxic and possibly carcinogenic if not removed
  • Documented liver toxicity from butterbur products
  • Many commercial products fail PA-removal QC (one review: 7 of 21 products contained PAs)
  • Allergy potential in Asteraceae-sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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