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Skin Conditioning

EPHEDRA DISTACHYA EXTRACT

CAS 90028-29-8 Updated
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Ephedra extract contains ephedrine alkaloids with cardiovascular effects. EU and US banned the herb in food/supplements; cosmetic use is contentious and best avoided.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONINGTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Astringent
  • Traditional vasoactive use

Known concerns

  • Contains ephedrine/pseudoephedrine alkaloids
  • Banned in EU food and US supplements
  • Possible systemic absorption concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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