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Skin Conditioning

GALANTHUS NIVALIS SEED EXTRACT

CAS 91722-13-3
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Extract of snowdrop seeds. The plant contains the alkaloid galantamine and is toxic if ingested. Topical cosmetic use is at very low levels with limited safety data — caution warranted.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mannose-binding lectin source
  • Used at low levels in cosmetics
  • Skin-conditioning effect

Known concerns

  • Plant contains galantamine alkaloid
  • All parts of snowdrop are toxic if ingested
  • Limited topical safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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