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Antimicrobial

PELARGONIUM SIDOIDES PHYTOPLACENTA EXTRACT

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78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A phytoplacenta extract from African geranium (Pelargonium sidoides) with natural antimicrobial coumarins. Generally well-tolerated, but the coumarin content can sensitize a small minority of users.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial activity against skin bacteria
  • Antioxidant polyphenol content
  • Coumarin compounds with skin-conditioning effect

Known concerns

  • Coumarins can trigger contact allergy
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Potential phototoxicity at high doses

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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