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Expert Verdict
H. rooperi is a taxonomic synonym of H. hemerocallidea and should be cross-referenced accordingly; active constituent hypoxoside has demonstrated biological activity with recommended use level 1–4%; must be preserved with sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate in commercial forms; skin-lightening function requires phototoxicity assessment.
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Is Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract safe in cosmetics?
H. rooperi is a taxonomic synonym of H. hemerocallidea and should be cross-referenced accordingly; active constituent hypoxoside has demonstrated biological activity with recommended use level 1–4%; must be preserved with sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate in commercial forms; skin-lightening function requires phototoxicity assessment. The EU classifies Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract allowed in the EU?
Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract do in cosmetics?
Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning (skin brightening/lightening). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; commercial blends cite CAS 39300-88-4 for hypoxoside component [^1_13].
What is the Margin of Safety for Hypoxis Rooperi Rhizome 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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