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Expert Verdict
Equisetum fluviatile (water horsetail) is frequently confused with E. palustre (marsh horsetail), which contains the toxic piperidine alkaloid palustrine. All Equisetum species contain thiaminase. No CIR, SCCS, or dedicated cosmetic safety review exists. Species authentication and alkaloid profiling are mandatory before use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Equisetum Fluviatile Extract safe in cosmetics?
Equisetum fluviatile (water horsetail) is frequently confused with E. palustre (marsh horsetail), which contains the toxic piperidine alkaloid palustrine. All Equisetum species contain thiaminase. No CIR, SCCS, or dedicated cosmetic safety review exists. Species authentication and alkaloid profiling are mandatory before use. The EU classifies Equisetum Fluviatile Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Equisetum Fluviatile Extract allowed in the EU?
Equisetum Fluviatile Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Equisetum Fluviatile Extract do in cosmetics?
Equisetum Fluviatile Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-31-2 (estimated from EINECS series for *Equisetum* species).
What is the Margin of Safety for Equisetum Fluviatile 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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