Antioxidant
BLUMEA BALSAMIFERA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Leaf and stem extract from sambong, valued in Asian skincare for antioxidant and antibacterial benefits. Generally safe at cosmetic levels; concentrated volatile oil can irritate.
Skin benefits
- Sambong polyphenol and flavonoid content
- Antioxidant and antibacterial action
- Skin whitening tyrosinase inhibition
Known concerns
- Borneol and camphor volatiles can irritate
- Hepatotoxicity flagged at very high doses
- No formal CIR or SCCS dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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