Skin Conditioning
OSBECKIA CHINENSIS EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A botanical extract from a Southeast Asian flowering plant (Melastomataceae). Used for antioxidant and astringent effect. No documented cosmetic toxicity but the safety dossier is thin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant tannin and polyphenol content
- Mild astringent and skin-soothing effect
- Traditional botanical with no signal of cosmetic toxicity
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier
- Possible variability between batches
- Tannins can mildly stain in high concentration
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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