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Antioxidant

ILEX AQUIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT

CAS 90045-83-3
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

European holly leaf extract — a polyphenol-rich Aquifoliaceae botanical providing antioxidant and astringent benefits, similar in profile to yerba mate. Leaves are well tolerated; the toxic berries are not used.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Polyphenol antioxidants and chlorogenic acids
  • Mild astringent and toning action
  • Skin-conditioning
  • Caffeic-acid-class anti-inflammatory effects

Known concerns

  • Berries (not used here) are toxic
  • Limited cosmetic-grade safety dossiers
  • Variable polyphenol content

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related antioxidants

Same plant / compound family

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