Skip to content

Skin Conditioning

ARECA CATECHU SEED/EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS STEM EXTRACT

Updated
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A blend of betel nut (areca) seed and clove stem extracts. Areca nut is an IARC Group 1 human carcinogen linked to oral cancer; even non-oral exposure raises serious flags. Best avoided in cosmetics.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Eugenol antimicrobial action (clove)
  • Polyphenol antioxidant content
  • Traditional astringent skin claims

Known concerns

  • Areca (betel) nut is IARC Group 1 — known human carcinogen (oral cancer)
  • Arecoline content — addictive, toxic alkaloid
  • Eugenol Annex III fragrance allergen
  • Inappropriate cocktail for cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related skin conditionings

30
(R,S)-2-Amino-3,3-dimethylbutane amide
Skin Conditioning
 30
ACORUS CALAMUS RHIZOME EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 30
ARECA CATECHU SEED EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 30
CAPSAICIN
Skin Conditioning
 30
DICTAMNUS DASYCARPUS ROOT EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 30
DRYOPTERIS CRASSIRHIZOMA ROOT EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 30
DUCK EMBRYO EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 30
FERVIDOBACTERIUM ISLANDICUM/DEER ANTLER FERMENT FILTRATE EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

Check your shelf

Find ARECA CATECHU SEED/EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS STEM EXTRACT in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains ARECA CATECHU SEED/EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS STEM EXTRACT and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.