Skin Conditioning
CASEARIA SYLVESTRIS EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An extract of Casearia sylvestris (guacatonga), a South American medicinal tree. Contains bioactive clerodane diterpenes; cosmetic safety review is sparse so used at low levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Clerodane diterpene bioactives
- Antimicrobial potential
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Bioactive diterpenes can irritate sensitive skin
- Limited cosmetic safety review
- Pharmacological activity in extracts
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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