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GARDENIA JASMINOIDES FRUIT

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Gardenia fruit material — used for natural yellow color and antioxidant skin conditioning. Considered safe in cosmetics; can stain at higher levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Source of natural yellow pigment (crocin)
  • Antioxidant compounds
  • Traditional skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Geniposide can metabolize to genipin — staining/blue color
  • Potential to color formulas
  • Rare allergic reactions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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