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POLYGONUM MULTIFLORUM ROOT EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

He shou wu (fo-ti) root extract — TCM botanical used in hair-care for graying. Documented hepatotoxicity orally; topical risk is lower but safety margin is poorly defined.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant stilbenes
  • Hair-conditioning TCM tradition
  • Mild scalp-soothing

Known concerns

  • Plant has documented hepatotoxicity in oral use (LiverTox)
  • Anthraquinones (emodin, rhein) are bioactive
  • Topical safety margin not well characterized
  • Quality varies sharply by processing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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