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Arctium Lappa Root Extract, also known as Burdock extract, is often found in skin and hair care formulations for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract helps soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and promote a balanced complexion.
Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract is well tolerated by all the skin types and is especially beneficial for oily and acne-prone skin due to its natural astringent qualities.
CAS Number 84012-13-5
Chem/IUPAC Name: Arctium Lappa Root Extract
EINECS/ELINCS No: 281-658-8
SYNONYMS OF ARCTIUM LAPPA (BURDOCK) ROOT EXTRACT:
Arctium lappa extract | Arctium lappa extract [Arctium lappa root extract] | Burdock (Arctium lappa) extract | Arctium lappa (Burdock) root extract | Arctium lappa root extract
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is largely a safe ingredient but can cause minor allergies, mandating a patch test.
In its raw form, Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract appears as a light to medium amber colored liquid.
Arctium Lappa Root Extract, derived from the plant, is a key ingredient in innovative and effective skin care products.
This extract is particularly known for its intense moisturizing and antioxidant properties, making it ideal for anti-aging and reparative skincare lines.
With its ability to strengthen the skin barrier and deeply moisturize the skin, Burdock Root Extract (Arctium Lappa Root Extract) is a preferred choice for formulations aimed at restoring skin elasticity and protecting against environmental aggressors.
Its anti-inflammatory properties also help soothe irritated or sensitive skin.
The use of Burdock Root Extract (Arctium Lappa Root Extract) in your products not only supports skin health, but also helps to reduce the visible signs of aging.
Ideal for creams, lotions and serums, this versatile extract offers a number of benefits that make it an indispensable ingredient in the development of skincare products.
It is recommended to use Burdock Root Extract (Arctium Lappa Root Extract) in a concentration of 2-5% within your formulations to achieve optimal results.
Combine it with other active ingredients such as vitamin C or hyaluronic acid for enhanced effects in moisturizing and anti-aging products.
Burdock (Arctium lappa) is a plant native to Japan that is now found all over the world.
The root is eaten as food. The root, leaf, and seed are used as medicine.
Burdock contains chemicals that might help fight bacteria and swelling. In traditional Chinese medicine, it's used to get rid of toxins and as a "blood purifier."
Arctium Lappa Root Extract (Burdock Root Extract) show skin soothing properties and is traditionally used for the care of sensitive and dry scalp.
Burdock root has been used for hundreds of years in traditional medicine or for its nutritional qualities (it is consumed in China, it is rich in fiber and is also known for its aphrodisiac properties).
In dermatology, it is used for the treatment of acne or against seborrheic dermatitis. In cosmetics, Burdock is used as a binder and humectant.
This ingredient is present in 0.42% of cosmetics.
Personal hygiene (2.43%)
Specific hair care (1.64%)
Classic shampoo (1.34%)
Hair conditioner (1.13%)
Face lotion and toner (1.05%)
Arctium lappa, commonly called greater burdock,[2] gobō (牛蒡/ゴボウ),[2] edible burdock,[2] lappa,[2] beggar's buttons,[2] thorny burr, or happy major[3] is a Eurasian species of plants in the family Asteraceae, cultivated in gardens for its root used as a vegetable.
Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract has become an invasive weed of high-nitrogen soils in North America, Australia, and other regions.
Greater burdock is a biennial plant, rather tall, reaching as much as 3 metres (10 feet).[8]
It has large, alternating, wavy-edged cordiform leaves that have a long petiole and are pubescent on the underside.[9][10]
The flowers are purple and grouped in globular capitula, united in clusters.
They appear in mid-summer, from July to September.[11]
The capitula are surrounded by an involucre made out of many bracts, each curving to form a hook, allowing the mature fruits to be carried long distances on the fur of animals.
The fruits are achenes; they are long, compressed, with short pappus hairs.
These are a potential hazard for humans, horses, and dogs.
The minute, sharply-pointed, bristly pappus hairs easily detach from the top of the achenes and are carried by the slightest breeze – attaching to skin, mucous membranes, and eyes where they can cause severe dermal irritation, possible respiratory manifestations, and ophthalmia.[12]
The fleshy taproot can grow up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) deep.
Chemistry
Burdock roots contain mucilage, sulfurous acetylene compounds, polyacetylenes and bitter guaianolide-type constituents.
Seeds contain arctigenin, arctiin, and butyrolactone lignans.[13][14][15]
The burdock could be confused with rhubarb, the leaves of which are toxic.[10]
Distribution and habitat
This species is native to the temperate regions of the Old World, from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean, and from the British Isles through Russia, and the Middle East to India, China, Taiwan and Japan.
Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract is naturalized almost everywhere and is usually found in disturbed areas, especially in soil rich in humus and nitrogen, preferring full sunlight.
Ecology
The leaves of greater burdock provide food for the caterpillars of some Lepidoptera, such as the thistle ermine (Myelois circumvoluta).
Uses
The species is commonly cultivated in Japan.
Culinary
The roots are edible cooked.[10]
Greater burdock root is known as niúbàng (牛蒡) in Chinese, which was borrowed into Japanese as gobō and Korean as ueong (우엉), and is widely eaten in Japan, Korea and Taiwan.
It was used in Europe during the Middle Ages as a vegetable, but now it is rarely used except in Italy and Portugal, where it is known as bardana or "garduna".
It is also known under the same names and eaten in Brazil. Plants are cultivated for their slender roots, which can grow about 1 m long and 2 centimetres (3⁄4 in) across.
The root was traditionally used in Britain as a flavouring in the herbal drink dandelion and burdock, which is still commercially produced.
The root is very crisp and has a sweet, mild, and pungent flavor with a little muddy harshness that can be reduced by soaking julienned/shredded roots in water for five to ten minutes.
The harshness shows excellent harmonization with pork in miso soup (tonjiru) and takikomi gohan (a Japanese-style pilaf).
A popular Japanese dish is kinpira gobō, julienned or shredded burdock root and carrot, braised with soy sauce, sugar, mirin and/or sake, and sesame oil.
Another is burdock makizushi, rolled sushi filled with pickled burdock root; the burdock root is often artificially colored orange to resemble a carrot.
Burdock root can also be found as a fried snack food similar in taste and texture to potato chips and is occasionally used as an ingredient in tempura dishes.
Fermentation of the root by Aspergillus oryzae is also used for making miso and rice wine in Japanese cuisine.[18]
The tender leaf stalks can be peeled and eaten raw or cooked.[10]
Immature flower stalks may also be harvested in late spring, before flowers appear.
The taste resembles that of artichoke, a burdock relative.
In the second half of the 20th century, burdock achieved international recognition for its culinary use due to the increasing popularity of the macrobiotic diet, which advocates its consumption.
The root contains a fair amount of dietary fiber (GDF, 6 g per 100 g), calcium, potassium, amino acids,[19] and is low calorie.
It contains polyphenols that causes darkened surface and muddy harshness by formation of tannin-iron complexes.
Those polyphenols are caffeoylquinic acid derivatives.[20]
Traditional medicine
Dried burdock roots (Bardanae radix) are used in traditional medicine.[21]
The seeds of greater burdock are employed in traditional Chinese medicine under the name niubangzi[22] (Chinese: 牛蒡子; pinyin: niúpángzi; some dictionaries list the Chinese as just 牛蒡 niúbàng).
CosIng functions
Skin Conditioning Agent
Soothing Agent
Astringent
Tonic
Hair Conditioning Agent
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is a revered ingredient in the personal care industry for its array of benefits.
Hair care: In hair care, Arctium Lappa Root Extract nourishes the scalp, promoting healthier hair growth and reducing dandruff.
Its astringent qualities help balance oil production, making it suitable for both dry and oily scalp conditions.
Additionally, it strengthens hair follicles, reducing breakage and promoting stronger strands
Skin care: Arctium Lappa Root Extract has anti-inflammatory properties that soothes the skin and reduces redness.
Its antioxidant nature also combats free radicals, helping to prevent premature aging and maintain skin health
ORIGIN OF ARCTIUM LAPPA (BURDOCK) ROOT EXTRACT:
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is derived from the roots of the burdock plant, scientifically known as Arctium lappa.
The extraction process involves harvesting the roots and subjecting them to methods like maceration or solvent extraction.
Through these processes, the active compounds present in the roots, including antioxidants, polyphenols, and essential oils, are extracted.
The resulting extract is then refined and purified for use in cosmetic formulations.
What does ARCTIUM LAPPA ROOT EXTRACT do in a formulation?
Antidandruff
Antioxidant
Hair conditioning
Skin conditioning
Soothing
SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT ARCTIUM LAPPA (BURDOCK) ROOT EXTRACT
First aid measures:
Description of first aid measures:
General advice:
Consult a physician.
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Move out of dangerous area:
If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
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In case of skin contact:
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
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In case of eye contact:
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
If swallowed:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.
Firefighting measures:
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas
Advice for firefighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Accidental release measures:
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment.
Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
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Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Handling and storage:
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Storage class (TRGS 510): 8A: Combustible, corrosive hazardous materials
Exposure controls/personal protection:
Control parameters:
Components with workplace control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls:
Appropriate engineering controls:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles.
Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection:
Handle with gloves.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
Use proper glove
removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product.
Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Dermatril (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Body Protection:
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection:
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a fullface respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls.
If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Do not let product enter drains.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Stability and reactivity:
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents:
Hazardous decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions.
Carbon oxides, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas.
Disposal considerations:
Waste treatment methods:
Product:
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging:
Dispose of as unused product.
