Skin Conditioning
IRIS PSEUDACORUS LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Yellow flag (Iris pseudacorus) leaf extract — the raw plant sap is documented as a skin and eye irritant. Cosmetic safety depends entirely on extraction and dilution, so we default-down to orange.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional astringent use
- Phenolic antioxidant content
Known concerns
- Raw plant sap is a known skin and eye irritant
- Contains irritant glycosides
- Quality and dilution critical
- Default-down for irritant native plant
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.