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ALPINIA SPECIOSA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM WATER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Shell ginger flower and leaf water has limited modern toxicity data but is traditionally used in Asian skincare without reported adverse effects.

Alpinia speciosa flower/leaf/stem water contains the same volatile oil profile as the flower water alone, including shellol and zerumbone compounds. Used traditionally in Taiwanese and Japanese cosmetics with adequate skin tolerance reported. No EU restrictions apply.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • Traditional Taiwanese/Japanese cosmetic use
  • Aromatic

Known concerns

  • Limited Western toxicity data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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