PICEATANNOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A natural polyphenol antioxidant found in berries and grapes that may help protect skin from oxidative stress.
Piceatannol is a stilbenoid closely related to resveratrol, occurring in foods such as grapes, blueberries, and passion fruit. It demonstrates antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and tyrosinase-inhibiting properties in vitro. It is not restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation and is considered safe at cosmetic concentrations, though human clinical data remain limited.
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant protection
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Potential tyrosinase inhibition for hyperpigmentation
Known concerns
- Limited in vivo clinical data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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