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Skin Conditioning

BUXUS SEMPERVIRENS LEAF EXTRACT

CAS 84012-17-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A leaf extract from common boxwood — historically used as an astringent. Boxwood is a known poisonous ornamental (alkaloids like buxine), so cosmetic use should be approached with caution.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional astringent use
  • Tannin-driven skin tightening
  • Mild antimicrobial action

Known concerns

  • Contains buxine and steroidal alkaloids — toxic at oral dose
  • Plant is recognized as a poisonous ornamental
  • Cosmetic safety data is sparse

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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