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Antioxidant

NASTURTIUM OFFICINALE LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS 84775-70-2
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Watercress leaf and stem extract — a Brassicaceae botanical rich in vitamin C, carotenoids and glucosinolates, valued for antioxidant and brightening skin effects. Considered safe at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Vitamin C and carotenoid antioxidants
  • Glucosinolate-derived skin conditioning
  • Mild antioxidant and brightening
  • Long food-history of safety

Known concerns

  • Glucosinolate breakdown products (isothiocyanates) can mildly irritate at high levels
  • Possible Brassicaceae cross-reactivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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Same plant / compound family

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