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Antioxidant

ANTHOCYANINS

CAS 11029-12-2 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Anthocyanins are deep-coloured plant flavonoid pigments (think blueberry, grape, hibiscus) used as antioxidants and natural colorants. Safety record is excellent at cosmetic levels with only minor staining caveats.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Strong free-radical scavenging antioxidant activity
  • Natural pigment with skin-protective polyphenol content
  • Generally well tolerated topically
  • Supports environmental stress defence

Known concerns

  • May stain skin or formulation due to colour intensity
  • Plant-source allergen carryover possible at low rates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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