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Skin Conditioning

EQUISETUM HYEMALE LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A horsetail (rough horsetail) extract used for silica content and astringent skin effects. Topically well tolerated; limited modern data and trace alkaloid content keep it in yellow.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Silica-rich plant extract
  • Astringent and skin-conditioning
  • Traditional remineralizing use

Known concerns

  • Equisetum genus contains thiaminase and trace nicotine
  • Not recommended for ingestion in some regulators
  • Topical safety dossier limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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