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Antioxidant

GINKGO BILOBA ROOT EXTRACT

CAS 90045-36-6 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Ginkgo biloba root extract — antioxidant flavonoids and terpene lactones used for skin conditioning. Refined grades are well tolerated; ginkgolic-acid residues can sensitize.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Ginkgo root source of flavonoid glycosides and terpene lactones
  • Antioxidant
  • Microcirculation support claims
  • Plant-derived

Known concerns

  • Ginkgolic acid contaminants can sensitize if not refined
  • Standardisation varies
  • Limited root-specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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