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ARCTIUM LAPPA SEED OIL.

Valuable CAS 84012-13-5 / 129893-25-0 / SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Arctium Lappa Seed Oil, derived from burdock seeds and rich in active lignans like arctigenin and arctiin, is a multifaceted botanical ingredient. It provides significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-brightening benefits. This oil also functions as an emollient, enhancing skin softness and promoting a more even, soothed complexion.

Summary

Emollient Skin conditioning Anti-inflammatory Antioxidant Skin brightening Soothing Astringent Supports balanced skin microbiome

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil delivers active compounds such as the polyphenol lignans arctigenin and arctiin. Arctigenin actively reduces inflammation by suppressing nitric oxide production and modulating pro-inflammatory cytokines, while inactivating NF-κB pathways. Both arctigenin and arctiin exhibit significant antioxidant benefits, neutralizing free radicals to protect against environmental damage and support cellular vitality. Furthermore, the oil provides emollient and skin-conditioning effects, enhancing skin softness and smoothness. It helps to calm irritated skin and reduce redness, and its natural astringent qualities can assist in balancing sebum production. Studies indicate that arctigenin and the enriched seed oil effectively inhibit melanin synthesis, contributing to a brighter, more uniform skin tone. It also possesses properties that help manage unwanted microorganisms, addressing issues like flaking and itching.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 1–5%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A 1% concentration of Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil (ABSO) in a lotion was well-tolerated and demonstrably improved skin brightness and tone evenness in human subjects over an 8-week period. (Source: Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil (ABSO): A New Skin Brightening Botanical Extract)
  2. 02 In in vitro studies, ABSO at 2% and 5% was found to be non-toxic and non-irritating in EpiDerm™ tissue models. Furthermore, it significantly reduced melanin content by 52% in 3D human skin models, supporting its brightening efficacy. (Source: Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil (ABSO): A New Skin Brightening Botanical Extract)

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

As a fixed oil, Arctium Lappa Seed Oil is generally oil-soluble and insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol. While a pH adjustment to 5-6 is mentioned for a production process, this does not define the optimal stability pH for the finished oil in a formulation.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
5%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has not fully assessed Arctium Lappa Seed Oil, noting limited data availability. However, Arctigenin-Enriched Burdock Seed Oil (ABSO) has shown a favorable safety profile: 1% ABSO lotion was well-tolerated in human clinical studies, and 2-5% ABSO was non-toxic and non-irritating in in vitro tissue models. General use is considered safe in cosmetics; however, a patch test is recommended for individual sensitivities. EWG Skin Deep indicates low concerns regarding Cancer, Allergies & Immunotoxicity, and Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Arctium Lappa Seed Oil is a valuable ingredient for its demonstrated capacity to soothe, brighten, and condition the skin, supported by clinical data on its enriched form.

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