Rauwolfia Vomitoria Root Extract
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Critical — Contains reserpine (EU Annex II prohibited), yohimbine (stimulant), and other bioactive alkaloids. No clinical safety studies for topical cosmetic use reported. Avoid unless alkaloid-depleted fraction is verified and documented.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rauwolfia Vomitoria Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Critical — Contains reserpine (EU Annex II prohibited), yohimbine (stimulant), and other bioactive alkaloids. No clinical safety studies for topical cosmetic use reported. Avoid unless alkaloid-depleted fraction is verified and documented. The EU classifies Rauwolfia Vomitoria Root Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Rauwolfia Vomitoria Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Rauwolfia Vomitoria Root Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What is the Margin of Safety for Rauwolfia Vomitoria 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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