Botanical Extract
CORYDALIS AMBIGUA BARK/ROOT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Corydalis ambigua bark and root extract — a Papaveraceae plant containing potent isoquinoline alkaloids like tetrahydropalmatine. Cosmetic safety review is thin; default-down keeps it cautious.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional Chinese medicine use
- Source of isoquinoline alkaloids
- Some anti-inflammatory data
Known concerns
- Corydalis genus contains pharmacologically active alkaloids (tetrahydropalmatine)
- Limited cosmetic safety review
- Theoretical neuroactivity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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