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Expert Verdict
Very limited published safety data. The genus Atractylis includes A. gummifera, known to contain atractyloside and carboxyatractyloside (potent hepatotoxins). While A. lyrata is a distinct species, formulators should confirm the absence of these toxic diterpenoid glycosides through supplier COA/testing. Mediterranean/North African origin; minimal peer-reviewed cosmetic efficacy data available; the genus-level toxicity concern distinguishes it from the similarly named Atractylodes genus used i...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Atractylis lyrata Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Very limited published safety data. The genus Atractylis includes A. gummifera, known to contain atractyloside and carboxyatractyloside (potent hepatotoxins). While A. lyrata is a distinct species, formulators should confirm the absence of these toxic diterpenoid glycosides through supplier COA/testing. Mediterranean/North African origin; minimal peer-reviewed cosmetic efficacy data available; the genus-level toxicity concern distinguishes it from the similarly named Atractylodes genus used i... The EU classifies Atractylis lyrata Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Atractylis lyrata Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Atractylis lyrata Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Atractylis lyrata Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Atractylis lyrata Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Atractylis lyrata Root Extract?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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