Astringent
POTENTILLA FULGENS EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A Himalayan cinquefoil root extract rich in tannins, used as an astringent and antioxidant. No major safety flags but tannin-driven dryness is possible.
Function
Skin benefits
- Tannin-rich astringent action
- Polyphenol antioxidants
- Traditional skin tonic use
Known concerns
- High tannin content can be drying
- Limited modern cosmetic toxicology
- Possible sensitization in compromised skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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