The ingredient, explained
Ferula Assa Foetida Root Extract
Ferula Assa-foetida Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Asafetida, Ferula assa-foetida L., Apiaceae
Ingredient guide
What it is and what it does
About this ingredient: EU CosIng ingredient registry (via Open Beauty Facts taxonomy) ↗
- Perfuming
- A formulation role for perfume and aromatic raw materials that give a product its scent.
- Soothing
- A technical role associated with relieving skin or scalp discomfort.
- Tonic
- Provides a pleasant sensation on skin or hair.
Function definitions: Danish Environmental Protection Agency: Cosmetic fragrance functions ↗ · European Commission ingredient function definitions (SCCNFP/0299/00, pages 16 to 20) ↗
Registry functions describe possible formulation roles, not results for a finished product. A dictionary entry is not an approval or a safety assessment.
A closer look
What the research shows
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Products containing this ingredient
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Names and identifiers
- INCI name on ingredient lists
- FERULA ASSA FOETIDA ROOT EXTRACT
- CAS registry number
- 90028-70-9
- EC number
- 289-863-4
Sources for this ingredient record
- EU CosIng ingredient registry (via Open Beauty Facts taxonomy) ↗ · ODbL 1.0 (Open Beauty Facts database) · Recorded Aug 8, 2026