Good Active Ingredient SCCS/CIR Reviewed

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

INCI: PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT

CAS Number
50647-08-0
Function
dermal papilla proliferation stimulant; hair-growth active; adaptogen; anti-inflammatory; antioxidant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted cosmetic active. No OTC drug monograph applies. Used as cosmetic active and oral adaptogen supplement โ€” different regulatory pathways.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Safety Opinions

Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).

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Verdict: safe

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Expert Verdict

Panax ginseng root extract contains ginsenosides that stimulate dermal papilla cell proliferation, extending the anagen phase of the hair cycle, with additional anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits; long history of traditional use and excellent safety profile at cosmetic concentrations, though large-scale clinical trials are limited.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

hair-growth-active dermal-papilla-stimulant adaptogen traditional-medicine limited-human-rct

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panax Ginseng Root Extract safe in cosmetics?

Panax ginseng root extract contains ginsenosides that stimulate dermal papilla cell proliferation, extending the anagen phase of the hair cycle, with additional anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits; long history of traditional use and excellent safety profile at cosmetic concentrations, though large-scale clinical trials are limited. The EU classifies Panax Ginseng Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.

Is Panax Ginseng Root Extract allowed in the EU?

Panax Ginseng Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Panax Ginseng Root Extract do in cosmetics?

Panax Ginseng Root Extract functions as: dermal papilla proliferation stimulant; hair-growth active; adaptogen; anti-inflammatory; antioxidant. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 50647-08-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Panax Ginseng 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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