Arctium lappa (Burdock) root extract








AKA: Greater burdock, Burdock Root Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Asia, Japan, China. Derived from the root of Arctium lappa, a plant in the Asteraceae family native to Asia. Extracted through solvent extraction or decoction of dried burdock root material.
Arctium Lappa (Burdock) Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84012-13-5
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Brightens Skin
Fights Bacteria
Softens & Smooths
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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