Skip to content

Antioxidant

AVERRHOA CARAMBOLA FRUIT EXTRACT

CAS 97675-54-2 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Starfruit extract, a source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Topically uncommon; oral toxicity concerns from caramboxin in renal patients do not clearly translate to skin, but data are thin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Vitamin C antioxidant
  • Polyphenol soothing
  • Skin brightening support

Known concerns

  • Contains oxalates and caramboxin (oral neurotoxin) — topical relevance unclear
  • No formal cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related antioxidants

70
(PINUS SYLVESTRIS CONE/LEMON FRUIT/HOPS/ROSEMARY LEAF/EQUISETUM ARVENSE) EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
2-MERCAPTONICOTINOYL GLYCINE
Antioxidant
 70
3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
Antioxidant
 70
3,4-METHYLENEDIOXYBENZYL METHYLSULFONE
Antioxidant
 70
ACACIA DECURRENS EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
ACANTHOPANAX KOREANUM OIL
Antioxidant
 70
ACER NIKOENSE BARK EXTRACT
Antioxidant
 70
ACHYROCLINE SATUREIOIDES FLOWER EXTRACT
Antioxidant

Check your shelf

Find AVERRHOA CARAMBOLA FRUIT EXTRACT in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains AVERRHOA CARAMBOLA FRUIT 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.