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ACORUS CALAMUS LEAF/STEM/ROOT WATER

38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Sweet flag leaf, stem and root water containing beta-asarone, a compound classified as a suspected carcinogen with severe EU restrictions.

Acorus calamus has been the subject of EU regulatory scrutiny due to its beta-asarone content. Beta-asarone is classified as a suspected carcinogen and genotoxin. The EU Commission banned the use of calamus oil and extracts in cosmetic products (Annex II listing). While the leaf/stem water may have lower asarone content than the oil, significant regulatory caution applies and use in EU cosmetics is highly restricted.

Skin benefits

  • Traditional nerve-calming properties
  • Contains anti-inflammatory compounds

Known concerns

  • Contains beta-asarone - classified as suspected carcinogen/genotoxin
  • EU Annex II restriction on calamus extracts applies
  • Banned in many cosmetic categories in the EU
  • Strictest regulatory tier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Same plant / compound family

35
ACORUS CALAMUS CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 55
ACORUS CALAMUS CALLUS EXTRACELLULAR VESICLES
Plant exosome active
 30
ACORUS CALAMUS RHIZOME EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 45
ACORUS CALAMUS RHIZOME WATER
Botanical hydrosol
 36
ACORUS CALAMUS ROOT
botanical_root
 42
ACORUS CALAMUS ROOT EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.