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Antioxidant

MATTEUCCIA STRUTHIOPTERIS EXTRACT

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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

Ostrich-fern (fiddlehead) extract. Edible-grade with antioxidant flavonoids. Soothing and conditioning but limited modern cosmetic toxicology review caps it in caution territory.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Soothing on reactive skin
  • Edible fern with safety record
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Raw ferns can contain shikimic-acid related compounds
  • Limited modern cosmetic safety data
  • Phytochemical variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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