Skin Conditioning
MATRINE SALICYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A salt of the Sophora alkaloid matrine with salicylic acid. Aimed at acne-prone skin to combine anti-inflammatory matrine with mild keratolysis; modest data set keeps this firmly in cautious yellow.
Function
Skin benefits
- Combines anti-inflammatory matrine with BHA exfoliation
- Buffered salicylate is gentler than free acid
- Used at low cosmetic concentrations
Known concerns
- Matrine alkaloid has limited cosmetic safety dossier
- Salicylate restrictions and pregnancy caveats apply
- Possible mild stinging on sensitive skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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