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Botanical Extract

OXALIS TRIANGULARIS 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

Purple-leaf shamrock extract used for color and antioxidants. Genus naturally has high oxalic acid, which is an irritant if poorly purified — keeps it mid-yellow despite plant chemistry.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Source of anthocyanin pigments
  • Mild antioxidant
  • Used in natural-color cosmetics

Known concerns

  • High oxalic acid content — irritant in concentrated form
  • No CIR or SCCS review
  • Possible photosensitivity from anthocyanin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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