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BOSWELLIA PAPYRIFERA RESIN WATER

83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A fragrant resin water from papyrus frankincense similar to Boswellia serrata, with soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

Boswellia papyrifera resin water is a steam distillate from the frankincense species native to East Africa, containing boswellic acids and volatile terpenes. Like other Boswellia species, it has documented anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties supported by both traditional use and scientific literature. The ingredient is not specifically restricted under EU Regulation 1223/2009. The steam-distilled water form provides a milder alternative to the resin or essential oil with a generally favorable safety profile and lower sensitization potential than concentrated resin forms.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-aging support
  • Soothing properties
  • Fragrance component
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Generally well tolerated
  • Rare allergic reactions possible in burseraceae-sensitive individuals
  • Sustainability concerns for overharvested frankincense species

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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