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VERATRUM VERSICOLOR EXTRACT

Updated
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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

Extract from a Veratrum (false hellebore) species. The plant contains highly toxic steroidal alkaloids including the teratogen cyclopamine — not suitable for routine cosmetic use.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTBLEACHINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • No documented cosmetic benefits at safe levels

Known concerns

  • Plant contains highly toxic steroidal alkaloids (veratridine, jervine, cyclopamine)
  • Cyclopamine is a potent teratogen
  • Cardiotoxic and neurotoxic if absorbed
  • Not appropriate for cosmetic use without rigorous purification
  • Avoid in pregnancy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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