Tussilago Farfara (Coltsfoot) Flower Extract is a plant-derived ingredient used in skincare for its purported soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It contains mucilage, flavonoids, and tannins, though it also naturally contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids of toxicological concern.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Allergic contact dermatitis | Rare | Possible in individuals sensitive to Asteraceae/Compositae family plants. |
| Skin irritation or redness | Rare | Mild localized reactions reported in sensitive skin. |
| Concerns from pyrrolizidine alkaloid content | Very rare | Hepatotoxic alkaloids are mainly an oral/systemic concern; topical relevance is limited but motivates use of PA-reduced extracts. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.