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Skin Conditioning

BAROSMA BETULINA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 84649-93-4 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A South African buchu extract used as a fragrant astringent botanical. Pulegone content brings it into the use-with-care orange band, especially for leave-on products.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic terpenes with antioxidant action
  • Traditional South African tonic
  • Astringent skin botanical

Known concerns

  • Buchu essential oil contains pulegone (hepatotoxic)
  • Fragrance-allergen risk
  • IFRA caution for pulegone-bearing oils

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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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.