PULVINATAL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Pulvinatal is likely a plant-derived polyphenolic extract — the name suggests relation to the genus Pulvinaria (mealybugs) or the plant genus Pulvinaria, or possibly a resveratrol-like stilbenoid. Without a clear INCI standard definition, it is treated as a botanical antioxidant with uncertain but likely low-risk profile.
The INCI name 'Pulvinatal' without a CAS number or CosIng description suggests this is a non-standardized ingredient, likely from a supplier's proprietary line. It is tentatively classified as a polyphenolic plant extract based on the -al suffix and 'pulvin-' root (possibly referring to the cushion-like leaf structures in certain plants, or mealybug-derived). It may be related to pulvinic acid derivatives (lichen-derived depsides). The name association with Mealybugs (Coccoidea/Pulvinariidae) raises the possibility this could be a scale insect-derived material (cochineal analogue), though this is speculative. Function listed as ANTIOXIDANT and SKIN CONDITIONING supports the polyphenol/antioxidant interpretation. Conservative safety score given the uncertainty.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant activity (presumed based on function descriptors)
- Skin conditioning emollient properties
- May contain polyphenolic compounds beneficial for skin
Known concerns
- Non-standardized ingredient with no CAS number — chemical identity uncertain
- No formal safety data available in regulatory databases
- Unknown allergenicity profile
- Possible misidentification or variability between suppliers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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