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Indigofera tinctoria, dried and pulverised leaves of Indigofera tinctoria L

CAS 84775-63-3
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Indigofera tinctoria leaves, a natural indigo hair dye. EU allows it only in non-oxidative hair colourants up to 25 percent. Mild sensitisation risk noted by SCCS.

Skin benefits

  • Natural hair dye alternative to PPD
  • Conditioning effect on hair
  • Compatible with henna systems

Known concerns

  • Weak skin sensitisation potential
  • EU Annex III hair-only restriction (max 25%)
  • Moderate eye irritant in animal test

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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