Skin Conditioning
IMPATIENS BALSAMINA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Garden balsam extract — soothing, mildly antimicrobial herbal with traditional skin uses. Naphthoquinone pigments mean possible staining; otherwise generally well tolerated.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional soothing and astringent effects
- Contains naphthoquinones and flavonoids
- Mild antimicrobial action against common skin flora
Known concerns
- Naphthoquinone content (lawsone-related) could stain lighter products
- Limited public cosmetic safety data
- Possible contact dermatitis in sensitive users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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