Skin Conditioning
PTYCHOPETALUM OLACOIDES LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Muira puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides) leaf extract — a milder leaf form of the famous Amazonian "potency wood" botanical. Topical record is benign with limited specific safety data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Polyphenol and saponin antioxidants
- Mild adaptogenic phytochemistry
- Traditional Amazonian heritage
Known concerns
- Sparse cosmetic-specific safety data
- Saponin content can be mildly irritating at high %
- Limited human efficacy evidence
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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