Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose)
INCI: HELLEBORUS NIGER ROOT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Helleborus species contain cardiotoxic steroidal saponins (helleborin, hellebrin/helleborein) and bufadienolides; protoanemonin causes blistering and contact dermatitis; the plant is classified as poisonous with extremely limited cosmetic safety data; rigorous safety assessment with quantified constituent analysis required before use; avoid around mucous membranes or broken skin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) safe in cosmetics?
Helleborus species contain cardiotoxic steroidal saponins (helleborin, hellebrin/helleborein) and bufadienolides; protoanemonin causes blistering and contact dermatitis; the plant is classified as poisonous with extremely limited cosmetic safety data; rigorous safety assessment with quantified constituent analysis required before use; avoid around mucous membranes or broken skin. The EU classifies Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) allowed in the EU?
Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) do in cosmetics?
Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose) functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84775-56-4 (root extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Helleborus Niger Extract (Christmas Rose)?
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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