Colorant
HAEMATOXYLUM CAMPECHIANUM WOOD EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Logwood (campeche) extract used as a natural dye. Contains hematoxylin, a documented skin and eye irritant; generally not a first-choice cosmetic colorant for sensitive use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Natural wood-derived colorant
- Antioxidant phenolics
Known concerns
- Hematoxylin causes skin and eye irritation per ECHA
- H315/H319/H335 GHS notifications
- Possible respiratory irritation
- Dye class with limited cosmetic safety review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related colorants
Same plant / compound family
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