Is Polygala Senega Root Extract safe in cosmetics?
Polygala Senega Root Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Polygala Senega Root Extract
INCI: POLYGALA SENEGA ROOT EXTRACT
Polygala Senega Root Extract (CAS 68990-66-9 / 90082-95-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Refreshing; skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Refreshing; skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific CIR review; historical use in traditional medicine; permitted under general cosmetic safety provisions
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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