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Skin Conditioning

LIMONIA ACIDISSIMA WOOD POWDER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Wood-apple wood powder (the source of Burmese thanaka). Used as an absorbent and mild physical scrub. Low EWG hazard rating; main risk is mechanical irritation from coarse grit.

Function

ABSORBENT

Skin benefits

  • Absorbent for oil control
  • Mild physical exfoliant
  • Traditional thanaka use record

Known concerns

  • Mechanical irritation if too coarse
  • Possible plant allergy
  • Particle size needs control

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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