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BAMBUSA VULGARIS STEM POWDER

CAS 91771-33-4
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Ground bamboo stems used as a natural exfoliant and skin-conditioning powder in skincare products.

Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Powder (CAS 91771-33-4) is derived from the dried, ground stems of common bamboo. It is listed in CosIng as a skin conditioning agent with a restriction note on ozone-depleting substances (likely related to its industrial processing history, not the ingredient itself). Bamboo is rich in silica (silicon dioxide), which can support collagen synthesis and strengthen skin barrier. As a particulate it provides gentle physical exfoliation.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Gentle physical exfoliation
  • Silica content may support skin barrier
  • Mineral nourishment

Known concerns

  • Ozone-depleting restriction flagged in CosIng (processing-related, not inherent)
  • Potential micro-abrasion if particle size is not controlled

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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