Skin Conditioning
HYDRANGEA MACROPHYLLA LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A leaf extract from bigleaf hydrangea, used for antioxidant and soothing claims. The plant has trace cyanogenic glycosides, but cosmetic extracts use very low concentrations.
Function
Skin benefits
- Phyllodulcin polyphenols offer antioxidant action
- Traditional skin-soothing botanical
- Mild astringent effect
Known concerns
- Plant-extract: composition varies
- Hydrangea contains cyanogenic glycosides — concentrations in cosmetic extracts are typically very low
- Limited modern cosmetic safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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