Antioxidant active
BIS-COUMARAMIDOBUTANE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A coumarin-derived antioxidant active used in serums and creams for brightening and tone-evening benefits. Targets pigmentation pathways with a relatively gentle profile compared to traditional brighteners.
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant skin conditioning
- Brightening and tone-evening effects
- Reduces appearance of pigmentation
- Stable in cosmetic formulas
Known concerns
- Limited long-term safety data
- Coumarin-related compounds may sensitize some users
- Novel ingredient with sparse literature
- Not assessed by SCCS
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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