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Surfactant

QUILLAJA SAPONARIA CALLUS EXTRACT

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Cell culture of soapbark (Quillaja saponaria), a saponin-rich plant used as a gentle natural cleanser. Generally well tolerated; saponins can irritate eyes at higher levels.

Function

ANTI-SEBORRHEICANTIMICROBIALANTIOXIDANTSKIN PROTECTINGSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Saponin-rich — mild natural cleansing
  • Lab-grown clean sourcing
  • Long traditional surfactant use
  • Plant cell culture sustainable

Known concerns

  • Saponins can irritate eyes/mucosa at higher levels
  • Hemolytic potential of crude saponins
  • Limited cosmetic dossier on callus form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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