Skin Conditioning
CHIMAPHILA UMBELLATA LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Pipsissewa (Chimaphila) leaf extract, traditionally astringent and skin-conditioning. Contains arbutin-class glycosides which can release small amounts of hydroquinone.
Function
Skin benefits
- Polyphenol astringent activity
- Arbutin-class skin-tone tradition
- Traditional botanical
Known concerns
- Arbutin/hydroquinone-glycoside content
- Sparse cosmetic safety data
- Variable composition
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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