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Skin Conditioning

BAROSMA BETULINA LEAF/TWIG EXTRACT

CAS 84649-93-4
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Buchu leaf/twig extract — an aromatic South African botanical used for traditional astringent toning. Contains pulegone, a restricted hepatotoxin, so it lands lower yellow with caveats.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic skin conditioning
  • Traditional astringent toning
  • Flavonoid antioxidant content

Known concerns

  • Contains pulegone — restricted hepatotoxin
  • Essential-oil sensitization potential
  • Limited cosmetic safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related skin conditionings

Same plant / compound family

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