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Surfactant

YUCCA FILAMENTOSA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 90147-58-3
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Bear-grass yucca root extract — a gentle natural surfactant and anti-inflammatory thanks to its steroidal saponins. Long use in cleansing products with no specific EU restrictions; avoid eye contact.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Steroidal saponins for gentle cleansing
  • Anti-inflammatory phenolics
  • Traditional surfactant alternative
  • No documented EU restrictions

Known concerns

  • Saponins can foam-irritate eyes
  • Brassicaceae-style class allergies are not relevant here, but saponin sensitivity exists

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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