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SANGUINARIA CANADENSIS POWDER

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Bloodroot powder — contains sanguinarine, a potent alkaloid linked to oral leukoplakia. The FDA banned its oral-care use; even topical exposure carries serious cytotoxic concerns.

Function

EXFOLIATING

Skin benefits

  • Historic antiseptic use
  • Astringent/anti-bacterial

Known concerns

  • Contains sanguinarine alkaloid — linked to leukoplakia in oral products
  • FDA banned sanguinaria from oral hygiene
  • Mucosal irritation
  • Chronic use cytotoxicity concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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