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SAUSSUREA LAPPA ROOT POWDER

CAS 90106-55-1
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Himalayan costus root powder treasured in Ayurveda for its restorative benefits.

Saussurea lappa root contains costunolide and saussurine with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity. It is not listed in EU Annexes, but costunolide is a known mild sensitiser in the Sesquiterpene lactone group. The SCCS has flagged sesquiterpene lactones as contact allergens requiring declaration in the ingredient list.

Skin benefits

  • anti-inflammatory
  • antimicrobial
  • traditional skin healing use

Known concerns

  • potential contact sensitiser (sesquiterpene lactones)
  • may cause allergic reaction in sensitised individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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