Botanical extract (Amur cork tree)
PHELLODENDRON AMURENSE FRUIT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Phellodendron amurense fruit comes from the Amur cork tree and brings berberine-class alkaloids known for anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial action on irritated, blemish-prone skin.
Skin benefits
- Source of berberine and related alkaloids with anti-inflammatory action
- Studied for soothing pollution-stressed or acne-prone skin
- Long use in traditional East Asian dermatology
- May modulate PAR-2 irritation signalling
Known concerns
- Berberine has activity that needs dose control on broken skin
- Less safety data on fruit than the more common bark extract
- Alkaloid content varies with harvest and species purity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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