FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM EXTRACT
Conditioning Agent
Moderate
About FARFUGIUM JAPONICUM EXTRACT
An extract from Farfugium japonicum (L.), a Japanese plant used in cosmetics for skin conditioning with limited safety data.
Detailed Analysis
Farfugium japonicum (L.) is a plant in the Asteraceae family, formerly classified as Ligularia tussilaginea. Also known as 'Fuki' in Japan, the plant is used in traditional Japanese cuisine and medicine. Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) have been detected in some Farfugium species, raising concern. EU regulation prohibits use of established PAs in cosmetics; safety assessment required to confirm PA-free status.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Contains potentially bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory properties
- ✓ Traditional use suggests skin conditioning benefits
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Some Farfugium species may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs)
- ⚠ PAs are regulated in EU due to potential hepatotoxicity and carcinogenicity
- ⚠ Requires analytical verification of PA-free status for cosmetic safety
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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