Rumex Acetosella Extract

RUM

7/10

Concern level

High concern

Botanical extract from sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella) used mainly as a skin-conditioning and soothing cosmetic ingredient. CosIng/Cosmile lists it as a solvent extract with skin-conditioning and soothing functions; it is generally used as a supportive, non-acid plant extract rather than a primary active. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/de/inci/inhaltsstoff/13921/rumex-acetosella-extract/?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Soothing

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.50% - 3.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin6/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin6/10

acne prone5/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin7/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No well-established ingredient incompatibilities were found in public authoritative sources., For very reactive skin, use caution when layering with strong exfoliating acids or retinoids because overall irritation load may increase.

Risks & Warnings

Primary concerns are the usual risks for botanical extracts: possible individual sensitivity, rare irritation, and potential allergy in botanically sensitive users. Because ingredient-specific safety data are limited, caution is reasonable for very reactive or allergy-prone skin. ([fda.gov](https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/allergens-cosmetics?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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