Skin Conditioning
ALSTONIA SCHOLARIS BARK EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Devil tree bark extract used in some traditional cosmetics. Contains indole alkaloids with pharmacological activity, so a cautious orange rating is applied.
Function
Skin benefits
- Indole alkaloids
- Skin conditioning in formula
- Traditional medicinal use
Known concerns
- Contains pharmacologically active alkaloids (echitamine)
- Limited modern cosmetic safety dossiers
- Potential for systemic effects at high exposure
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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