Is Baikal Skullcap Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Baikal Skullcap Root Extract has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Baikal Skullcap Root Extract
Also known as: EINECS 304-845-9, Skullcap, Scutellariae radix, Maddog Skullcap, Hoodwort (+3 more)
INCI: SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT
Baikal Skullcap Root Extract (CAS 94279-99-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR-reviewed; safe at typical cosmetic concentrations (up to 0.07% in eye area products, 0.0045% in lip products).
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Baikal Skullcap Root Extract.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
3 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
{"cas_number": "94279-99-9", "anti_acne_mechanism": "anti_inflammatory", "comedogenicity_rating_0_to_5": "0", "acne_type_efficacy": "inflammatory", "p_acnes_mic_ug_per_ml": ">200", "sebum_reduction_pct_clinical": "5-10", "prescription_required_usa": "No", "otc_drug_monograph_category": "No", "max_otc_concentration_pct": "No limit", "japan_quasi_drug_anti_acne": "No", "korea_functional_cosmetic_acn…
anti_aging
{"anti_aging_claim": "antioxidant-protection, anti-inflammatory", "mechanism_of_action": "Baicalin, wogonin", "target_skin_layer": "epidermis", "collagen_stimulation": "No", "elastin_protection": "Mild", "wrinkle_reduction_pct": "6-12", "clinical_study_duration_weeks": "8", "sample_size": "30", "double_blind": "Yes", "placebo_controlled": "Yes", "published_journal": "Phytotherapy Research, JOCD", …
anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "94279-99-9", "ingredient_class": "Nrf2_activator", "primary_mechanism": "enzyme_induction", "pollution_types_targeted": "PM2_5/ozone", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "mitochondrial_protection": "no", "Nrf2_activation": "no", "AhR_pathway_modulation": "no", "NF_…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Astringent
Biocide
Deodorizer
Humectant
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Baikal Skullcap Root Extract.
Known Synonyms
EINECS 304-845-9
Skullcap
Scutellariae radix
Maddog Skullcap
Hoodwort
Baikal Skullcap
Blue Skullcap
Chinese Skullcap
Chemical Function
Humectant
Abrasive
Biocide
Astringent
Deodorizer
Regulatory Lists
Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed_with_terms
Assessment: This chemical has been assessed as a component of cosmetic products at concentrations no more than 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baikal Skullcap Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Baikal Skullcap Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Baikal Skullcap Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Baikal Skullcap Root Extract functions as: skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94279-99-9.
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