Skin Conditioning
SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE RHIZOME/ROOT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Comfrey root extract — traditional skin-soothing ingredient supplying allantoin. The catch is naturally occurring pyrrolizidine alkaloids requiring strict reduction.
Function
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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