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SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 84696-05-9 Updated
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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

Comfrey root extract — traditional skin-soothing ingredient supplying allantoin. The catch is naturally occurring pyrrolizidine alkaloids requiring strict reduction.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Soothing
  • Allantoin source
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Pyrrolizidine alkaloids — hepatotoxic
  • Restricted in many internal-use products
  • Topical use should use PA-depleted grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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