Antioxidant
SILYBIN MALTOSIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A water-soluble form of silybin (the milk-thistle flavonoid) coupled to a maltose sugar — a plant antioxidant that helps protect skin from oxidative stress and conditions it gently. Clean safety pattern.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant — protects against oxidative stress
- Soothes and conditions skin
- Maltoside group improves water-solubility
- Plant-derived flavonoid (milk thistle)
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety data — extrapolated from silybin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.