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Antioxidant

LIGNANS

84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A broad class of plant-derived polyphenols found in seeds, grains and vegetables, used in cosmetics for antioxidant protection and skin conditioning. Long human dietary use supports a strong topical safety profile.

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived polyphenols with strong antioxidant activity
  • Found naturally in seeds, grains and vegetables
  • Used for skin conditioning and antioxidant protection
  • Long dietary safety history

Known concerns

  • Phytoestrogen activity at high concentrations
  • Composition varies by source plant and extraction method

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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