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Botanical Extract

EQUISETUM ARVENSE POWDER

CAS 71011-23-9 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) powder — silica-rich plant material used for skin and hair conditioning claims. Generally well tolerated topically.

Function

HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Silica-rich — skin and hair conditioning
  • Astringent claims
  • Traditional herbal use
  • Antioxidant flavonoids

Known concerns

  • Some Equisetum species contain thiaminase (low risk topically)
  • Possible plant-allergen reactions
  • Standardization varies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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