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Surfactant

ENTADA PHASEOLOIDES BARK/SEED EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

St Thomas bean (Entada phaseoloides) bark and seed extract — a saponin-rich traditional cleanser. Mild surfactancy with a benign history at low %, but standalone safety data is sparse.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Saponin-rich natural surfactant heritage
  • Traditional Asian skin-cleansing use
  • Some antioxidant phenolics

Known concerns

  • Saponins can mildly irritate eyes and mucosa
  • Seed entadamides may be cytotoxic at high doses
  • Limited modern cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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