ALNUS JAPONICA LEAF/STEM WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A Japanese alder leaf water from a tree used in traditional East Asian medicine, generally considered safe in topical applications.
Alnus japonica (Japanese alder) is used in traditional Japanese and Korean medicine. No EU cosmetic restrictions apply to this species. The leaf contains tannins and flavonoids. The steam distillate water form is significantly diluted and considered safe for cosmetic use at normal concentrations.
Skin benefits
- Contains astringent tannins
- Traditional skin-soothing use
Known concerns
- Limited specific cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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