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SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 84696-05-9 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Comfrey root extract — naturally rich in allantoin, used to soothe and condition skin. Contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, so EU restricts use to intact skin only and limits leave-on levels.

Function

ANTI-SEBORRHEICSKIN CONDITIONINGSOOTHING

Skin benefits

  • Allantoin-rich, soothing and skin healing
  • Mucilage skin conditioning
  • Traditional anti-inflammatory action

Known concerns

  • Pyrrolizidine alkaloids — potentially hepatotoxic if absorbed
  • EU restricts internal use; topical use only on intact skin
  • Avoid on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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