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Expert Verdict
Contains senegin saponins with potential irritant activity at high concentrations; hemolytic activity of saponins documented at systemic exposure (not relevant at typical cosmetic use levels); botanical source must be standardized and tested for contaminants
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Is Polygala Senega Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains senegin saponins with potential irritant activity at high concentrations; hemolytic activity of saponins documented at systemic exposure (not relevant at typical cosmetic use levels); botanical source must be standardized and tested for contaminants The EU classifies Polygala Senega Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polygala Senega Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Polygala Senega Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polygala Senega Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Polygala Senega Root Extract functions as: Refreshing; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68990-66-9 / 90082-95-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polygala Senega 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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