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Expert Verdict
Root extracts show antiproliferative activity against cancer cell lines (IC₅₀ 44 μg/mL) — raises questions about cytotoxicity at cosmetic-relevant concentrations; contains anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that may modulate immune response; no CIR review; recommend patch testing and cytotoxicity assessment for topical use
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Is Salacia Oblonga Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Root extracts show antiproliferative activity against cancer cell lines (IC₅₀ 44 μg/mL) — raises questions about cytotoxicity at cosmetic-relevant concentrations; contains anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that may modulate immune response; no CIR review; recommend patch testing and cytotoxicity assessment for topical use The EU classifies Salacia Oblonga Root Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Salacia Oblonga Root Extract allowed in the EU?
Salacia Oblonga Root Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Salacia Oblonga Root Extract do in cosmetics?
Salacia Oblonga Root Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant activity demonstrated in vitro. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (no CAS in CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Salacia Oblonga 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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