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Botanical Extract

PLUMBAGO ZEYLANICA FLOWER/ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 92202-07-8 Updated
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Ceylon leadwort flower/root extract — contains plumbagin, a naphthoquinone with documented cytotoxicity, mutagenicity, and severe skin irritation. Not advisable for cosmetic use.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial tradition
  • Astringent action

Known concerns

  • Plumbagin cytotoxicity
  • In-vitro genotoxicity
  • Severe skin irritation
  • Avoid in cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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