SAUSSUREA PULCHELLA LEAF POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
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About
Powdered Saussurea pulchella leaves, a traditional botanical for skin care.
Saussurea pulchella is a species within the Saussurea genus (Asteraceae family, related to artichoke and safflower), used in traditional Tibetan and Mongolian medicine. The genus contains saussurine and various sesquiterpene lactones. Limited cosmetic-specific safety data exists for this species. Not restricted under EU cosmetics regulation. Related Saussurea species (S. costus, S. lappa) are used in cosmetics without major concerns.
Skin benefits
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Traditional use for skin conditions
- Contains antioxidant compounds
Known concerns
- Limited modern cosmetic safety documentation
- Some Asteraceae species contain potential allergens
- Sesquiterpene lactone content warrants caution
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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