Antioxidant
BRASSICA OLERACEA CAPITATA LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cabbage leaf and stem extract — yes, the kitchen vegetable. Rich in vitamin C, sulforaphane and polyphenol antioxidants with an excellent food-grade safety record. Main practical hurdle is the sulfurous odour.
Function
Skin benefits
- Vitamin C
- Sulforaphane antioxidants
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Sulfurous odour
- Cultivar phytochemistry variation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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