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Antioxidant

POLYPODIUM DECUMANUM EXTRACT

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A tropical fern extract closely related to Polypodium leucotomos, known for antioxidant polyphenols. Excellent oral safety record; topical cosmetic data is thinner but reassuring.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant and photoprotective polyphenols
  • Reduces UV-induced oxidative stress in vitro
  • Long traditional and modern dermatological use

Known concerns

  • Most safety data is for oral, not topical
  • Limited SCCS review of topical form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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