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VERATRUM OXYSEPALUM ROOT EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Veratrum root extract — the plant contains highly toxic steroidal alkaloids (cyclopamine, veratridine). Cardiotoxic and teratogenic; not appropriate for cosmetics.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Historical traditional use only

Known concerns

  • Contains highly toxic veratrum steroidal alkaloids (veratridine, jervine, cyclopamine)
  • Cardiotoxic and teratogenic via alkaloid load
  • Cyclopamine is a known teratogen
  • Cosmetically inappropriate plant — narrow therapeutic index
  • No SCCS/CIR safety endorsement

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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