Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract
Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract
ECH
6/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Botanical extract derived from the roots of Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower). In cosmetics it is used mainly for soothing, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning support. The extract is a complex mixture of plant constituents rather than a single defined molecule, so fixed molecular weight and pH specifications do not apply.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
HealingSoothing
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.10% - 5.00%CAS Number: 90028-20-9
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin6/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin4/10
acne prone5/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin7/10
Interactions
incompatible with: Use caution with other known botanical allergens or heavily fragranced formulas, Patch test when combining with strong exfoliants or retinoids if skin is reactive
Risks & Warnings
Main risk is contact sensitization or irritation in botanically sensitive users, especially those with allergies to Asteraceae/Compositae plants (for example ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums). Botanical extracts can also vary by solvent and standardization, so allergen potential is formulation-dependent.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
