Plant triterpene
AMYRINS
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A mixture of alpha and beta amyrin, triterpene molecules from plant resins and waxes. They are studied for antioxidant and skin-soothing effects, with no flagged toxicity at typical cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Plant-derived triterpenes with antioxidant activity
- Studies suggest support for keratinocyte proliferation and barrier function
- Anti-inflammatory effects reported in dermatological literature
- Naturally present in many edible plant waxes and resins
Known concerns
- Limited large-scale safety review specific to cosmetic use
- Source material may carry sensitizer residues if not purified
- Sparse human clinical data on topical efficacy
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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