INCI name

ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT

Burdock root extract

An extract of burdock root used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Arctium lappa root extract is an extract of the roots of greater burdock, Arctium lappa. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, scalp lotions, hair conditioners, toners and creams.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method, the solvent or the content of individual plant constituents.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (52)

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