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Botanical Extract

ALBIZIA ANTHELMINTICA BARK EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Bark extract from a wormwood-tree species used traditionally as an anthelmintic. Triterpenoid saponins in this genus can be cytotoxic, so cosmetic use deserves caution.

Skin benefits

  • Traditional African medicinal botanical
  • Triterpenoid saponin content
  • Possible antimicrobial effects

Known concerns

  • Anthelmintic species: name implies parasiticidal saponin content
  • Triterpenoid saponins can be cytotoxic
  • Comprehensive cosmetic safety data is lacking
  • Possible irritation on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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