Skin Conditioning
CATALPA OVATA BARK/LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Chinese catalpa bark/leaf extract used for iridoid-driven skin conditioning. Limited cosmetic safety reviews and bark naphthoquinone content keep it in mid-yellow rather than green.
Function
Skin benefits
- Iridoid glycoside skin conditioning
- Traditional anti-inflammatory use
- Mild antioxidant action
Known concerns
- Bark contains bitter naphthoquinones
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
- Possible mild irritation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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