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Expert Verdict
Limited standalone cosmetic safety data. No CIR review published. Furanocoumarin content should be assessed for phototoxicity risk. Known in TCM for strong aromatic volatile oil content. Extracted from the root of Ligusticum sinense (Apiaceae), known in TCM as "Gǎo Běn." Traditionally used for headache relief and anti-inflammatory purposes. Contains volatile oils, coumarins, and alkaloids
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Limited standalone cosmetic safety data. No CIR review published. Furanocoumarin content should be assessed for phototoxicity risk. Known in TCM for strong aromatic volatile oil content. Extracted from the root of Ligusticum sinense (Apiaceae), known in TCM as "Gǎo Běn." Traditionally used for headache relief and anti-inflammatory purposes. Contains volatile oils, coumarins, and alkaloids The EU classifies Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Ligusticum Sinense Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning (consistent with genus classification). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ligusticum Sinense Root 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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