Skin Conditioning
PETASITES JAPONICUS ROOT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A Japanese butterbur root extract that has anti-inflammatory uses. Only the PA-free, certified form is safe for skincare; raw extract carries liver-toxin alkaloids.
Function
Skin benefits
- Sesquiterpenes with anti-inflammatory action
- Traditional Japanese herbal extract
- Mild antioxidant
Known concerns
- Whole-plant butterbur contains hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids
- PA-free certification required for safe use
- Genotoxicity flag for unprocessed material
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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