Emollient
CYTISUS SCOPARIUS FLOWER CERA
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) flower wax — a plant wax from broom blossoms. Alkaloid purity is the key quality consideration.
Cytisus scoparius (Scotch broom) flower cera is the purified waxy fraction separated from broom flower extract. The plant itself contains quinolizidine alkaloids, notably sparteine, that are cardioactive when consumed orally — not a topical cosmetic concern for properly purified wax material, but raw-material specifications should confirm low alkaloid residues. EU CosIng lists the ingredient without specific restriction and no GHS hazard class is assigned to purified flower wax. Cosmetic-specific safety data is thin.
Skin benefits
- Plant wax for texture
- Mild emollient
- Traditional herbal heritage
Known concerns
- Broom plant contains sparteine alkaloid — avoid pregnancy/cardiac patients orally
- Cosmetic wax purification should remove alkaloids
- Limited cosmetic-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.