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Botanical Extract

GUAIACUM OFFICINALE WOOD EXTRACT

CAS 84650-13-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Lignum vitae (Guaiacum officinale) wood extract — a traditional resinous botanical with documented skin sensitisation and serious CITES II conservation restrictions.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONINGPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Lignan antioxidants
  • Anti-inflammatory tradition
  • Mild astringency

Known concerns

  • Contact dermatitis history
  • CITES II endangered
  • Worker sensitisation
  • Sparse cosmetic data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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