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VINCETOXICUM HIRUNDINARIA ROOT EXTRACT

Updated
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Swallow-wort root extract — the plant contains cardiotoxic vincetoxin and cytotoxic phenanthroindolizidine alkaloids. Not appropriate for cosmetics.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Historical traditional pharmacology only

Known concerns

  • Contains cardiotoxic vincetoxin and antofine alkaloids
  • Documented as a poisonous plant
  • Phenanthroindolizidine alkaloids are cytotoxic
  • No cosmetic safety dossier or SCCS endorsement
  • Inappropriate for skin application

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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