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Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract

INCI: ALTHAEA OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 73049-65-7
Skin conditioning, soothing; rich in mucilage polysaccharides (up to 35%)
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Skin conditioning, soothing; rich in mucilage polysaccharides (up to 35%)

Purpose

Function

Skin conditioning, soothing; rich in mucilage polysaccharides (up to 35%)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
ConcernLow
Flags
eu_children_restricted
Verdict

Safe traditional botanical with centuries of documented use; excellent soothing and moisturizing properties.

US Note

FDA: 21 CFR 172.510 permitted flavoring. EMA herbal monograph.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
73049-65-7
INCI
ALTHAEA OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT
Category
other
Updated
Apr 2, 2026