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FRANGULA ALNUS BARK EXTRACT

CAS 84625-48-9 Updated
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Alder buckthorn bark extract — anthraquinone-rich botanical also used as a herbal laxative. Cosmetic use must be cautious; anthraquinones carry genotoxicity flags.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Antimicrobial activity
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Bark is a stimulant laxative drug — anthranoids (frangulin, glucofrangulin)
  • Anthraquinones flagged for genotoxicity in oral data
  • Best avoided in leave-on formats
  • EMA monograph restricts duration of oral use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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