Arctium Lappa Root Extract
INCI: ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 84012-13-5 EC 281-658-8
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Burdock, Arctium lappa L., Asteraceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
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Description
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Burdock, Arctium lappa L., Asteraceae
Purpose
Function
Hair and skin conditioning; contains arctiin, polyacetylenes, and inulin
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Verdict
Safe for cosmetic use with centuries of traditional use for hair and scalp; Asteraceae cross-reactivity is a minor consideration for sensitized individuals.
US Note
FDA permitted flavoring ingredient; recognized in German Commission E monograph
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