Skin Conditioning
DIOSPYROS MCPHERSONII WOOD EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An extract from the wood of an Australian ebony (Diospyros mcphersonii). Used as a botanical antioxidant; species-specific safety data are sparse, so it sits in the cautious-but-fine middle.
Function
Skin benefits
- Plant extract reported to be rich in tannins and polyphenols
- Astringent and antioxidant potential
- Mild skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Very limited public safety data on this species
- Wood extracts can contain naphthoquinones that may sensitise
- Standardisation between suppliers varies
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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