AESCULUS TURBINATA BARK
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Japanese horse chestnut bark contains saponins and tannins with anti-inflammatory properties, though esculin content introduces photosensitivity considerations.
Aesculus turbinata (Japanese horse chestnut) bark contains aescin (aescin = mixture of saponins), esculin (a coumarin glucoside), and tannins. Aescin has documented anti-edema and anti-inflammatory properties. However, esculin is a photosensitizing compound that can increase UV-induced skin damage. EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 requires photosensitizing ingredients to be declared and used with appropriate caution guidance. The photosensitization risk from esculin is the primary concern limiting this ingredient's safety score.
Skin benefits
- Anti-inflammatory aescin
- Anti-edema properties
- Astringent tannins
Known concerns
- Esculin content causes photosensitization risk
- May increase UV-induced skin damage
- Requires sun exposure precautions when used
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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