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Antioxidant

OLEOCANTHAL

CAS 289030-99-5 Updated
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A phenolic secoiridoid from extra-virgin olive oil with notable anti-inflammatory action — comparable to low-dose ibuprofen in vitro. Promising soothing antioxidant for skin, with minor stability caveats.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALANTIOXIDANTORAL CARESKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Strong antioxidant activity from extra-virgin olive oil
  • Anti-inflammatory effects comparable to ibuprofen
  • Natural skin-soothing phenolic

Known concerns

  • Stability is poor — oxidises quickly without packaging care
  • Possible allergy in olive-sensitive users
  • Limited large-scale dermatology trials

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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