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ARRABIDAEA CHICA LEAF POWDER

CAS -
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A Brazilian traditional medicinal plant with anthraquinones that provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, used historically for skin conditions.

Arrabidaea chica (carajuru, anil) is a medicinal vine from the Brazilian Amazon, traditionally used for skin conditions, fever, and inflammation. The leaf contains anthraquinones (chis) and flavonoids with demonstrated anti-inflammatory and wound-healing activity. Not restricted under EU cosmetics regulation. The existing PubChem score of 75 is consistent with its traditional use profile.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties
  • Contains antioxidant flavonoids
  • Traditional use for skin conditions and burns

Known concerns

  • Contains anthraquinones that may cause photosensitivity at high concentrations
  • Limited modern cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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