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CASEARIA SYLVESTRIS EXTRACT

CAS 223748-16-1 Updated
62

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 PROTECTING

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

EU CosIng database

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

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