Skin Conditioning
ADENIUM OBESUM CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Desert rose (Adenium obesum) callus extract — whole plant is an Apocynaceae cardenolide arrow-poison source. Cosmetic acceptability hinges entirely on verified cardiac-glycoside removal.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant flavonoid chemistry from callus
- Sustainable cell-culture sourcing
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Whole plant contains potent cardenolide cardiac glycosides — documented as arrow-poison source
- Callus may reduce but not eliminate cardiac glycosides
- Cosmetic safety is entirely dependent on supplier cardenolide control
- Limited published purification data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.