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Antimicrobial

PODOCARPUS TOTARA WOOD EXTRACT

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

New Zealand totara wood extract — rich in totarol, a natural antimicrobial diterpene effective against acne bacteria. Active at 0.05-0.2%; low irritation profile.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Source of totarol — natural antimicrobial diterpene
  • Effective against acne-causing bacteria
  • Skin-conditioning at very low concentrations

Known concerns

  • Limited large-scale sensitization data
  • Concentrated raw material may irritate
  • Allergy possible in conifer-sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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