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TAXUS MAIREI BRANCH/LEAF EXTRACT

18

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Chinese yew (Taxus mairei) branch/leaf extract — contains cytotoxic taxane and taxine alkaloids that absorb through skin. Considered unsuitable for general cosmetic use.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Diterpene antioxidant activity
  • Niche luxury botanical claim

Known concerns

  • Contains taxane alkaloids absorbed through skin
  • Cardiac/cytotoxic toxicity risk
  • Paclitaxel-related cytotoxicity to healthy cells
  • Inappropriate for general cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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