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Antioxidant

POTHOMORPHE UMBELLATA LEAF EXTRACT

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Brazilian pepper-elder leaf extract — rich in 4-nerolidylcatechol, an antioxidant with documented UVB photoprotection. Well-studied benefits with no major safety flags.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTASTRINGENTSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Source of 4-nerolidylcatechol — antioxidant and photoprotective
  • Documented protection against UVB-induced skin damage
  • Stable in cosmetic formulations

Known concerns

  • Limited large-scale clinical safety dossier
  • Catechol-class compounds can cause sensitization in rare cases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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