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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
As a volatile essential oil, potential for skin sensitization at higher concentrations; patch testing recommended. Specific safety data is limited. The only oil variant among all Atractylodes INCI entries; obtained by distillation of A. japonica roots. Contains atractylone and other sesquiterpenoid compounds responsible for the skin-brightening activity. Its unique "bleaching" CosIng function makes it stand out from the conditioning-only extracts in this genus
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Is Atractylodes japonica Root Oil safe in cosmetics?
As a volatile essential oil, potential for skin sensitization at higher concentrations; patch testing recommended. Specific safety data is limited. The only oil variant among all Atractylodes INCI entries; obtained by distillation of A. japonica roots. Contains atractylone and other sesquiterpenoid compounds responsible for the skin-brightening activity. Its unique "bleaching" CosIng function makes it stand out from the conditioning-only extracts in this genus The EU classifies Atractylodes japonica Root Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Atractylodes japonica Root Oil allowed in the EU?
Atractylodes japonica Root Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Atractylodes japonica Root Oil do in cosmetics?
Atractylodes japonica Root Oil functions as: Bleaching (skin brightening). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (volatile/essential oil from roots).
What is the Margin of Safety for Atractylodes japonica Root Oil?
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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