Botanical Extract
DIOSPYROS EBENUM BARK EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Ceylon ebony bark extract — a naphthoquinone- and tannin-rich Ebenaceae botanical used for astringent and antioxidant effects. CITES-protected source raises sourcing-ethics flags.
Function
Skin benefits
- Tannin-driven astringent action
- Naphthoquinone antioxidants
- Traditional Ayurvedic skin use
Known concerns
- Naphthoquinones can be mild sensitisers
- Limited cosmetic safety dossier
- Wild-harvested species — sourcing concerns
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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