Sanguinaria canadensis extract (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 84929-48-6; Sanguinaria canadensis root extract

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Sanguinaria canadensis extract, is the extract obtained from the rootstock of Sanguinaria canadensis (Canadian Blood Root; Sanguinaria), the Canadian bloodroot, a plant of the poppy family up to 15cm high.

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Benzylisoquinoline alkaloids (especially sanguinarine), furthermore berberine, protopine

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Sanguinaria canadensis extract is used in cosmetic formulations. The extract acts as an antimicrobial substance (helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin), furthermore it is anti-inflammatory, stimulating and refreshing.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer