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BOSWELLIA SACRA GUM/RESIN EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Sacred frankincense gum extract prized in skincare for anti-inflammatory boswellic acids and skin-conditioning properties, with a long history of safe topical use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Boswellic acid anti-inflammatory
  • Skin-conditioning and softening
  • Long traditional topical use
  • Antioxidant phenolics

Known concerns

  • Resin-volatile fragrance allergens possible
  • Rare contact dermatitis reports
  • Variable resin quality by source

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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