Skin Conditioning
PRUNUS TOMENTOSA FRUIT EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Nanking cherry fruit extract used as an antioxidant, astringent and conditioner. Well tolerated at cosmetic levels; low risk except for Prunus-allergic users.
Prunus tomentosa (Nanking cherry) fruit extract is a Rosaceae-family botanical rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols. In cosmetics it is used as an antioxidant, astringent, antimicrobial, and skin- and hair-conditioning agent, a set of functions consistent with other edible Prunus fruit extracts (Prunus avium, Prunus persica) whose CosIng entries are established. The ingredient is documented in INCI databases (CosDNA, thegoodscentscompany, SkinSafe) with no reported hazard entries. There is no specific SCCS or CIR safety assessment for this species, so evidence rests on genus-level tolerability. No Annex II restriction and no GHS pictogram attaches. Yellow tier reflects common-botanical status with typical caveats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant activity
- Astringent and skin conditioning
- Hair conditioning support
- Gentle antimicrobial role
Known concerns
- Possible sensitisation in Prunus-allergic users
- Botanical composition variability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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