Colorant

Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract

Also known as Beetroot Extract
INCI: BETA VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
CAS 89957-89-1 / 89957-90-4
Skin Conditioning, Colorant (betanin/betacyanins)
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Skin Conditioning, Colorant (betanin/betacyanins)

Purpose

Function

Skin Conditioning, Colorant (betanin/betacyanins)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Flags
plant-extractcolorant
Verdict

Minimal concerns; if used as colorant, comply with Annex IV; citric acid and ascorbic acid often co-formulated as stabilizers. Check interactions with other actives.

US Note

Permitted; beet root extract color additive exempt from certification (21 CFR 73.40)

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
89957-89-1 / 89957-90-4
INCI
BETA VULGARIS ROOT EXTRACT
Category
Colorant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026