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Antioxidant

TECOMA CURIALIS BARK EXTRACT

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Tecoma bark extract from a South American tree relative of pau d'arco. Contains naphthoquinone antioxidants, but the cosmetic safety record is thin so a cautious yellow is appropriate.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich in lapachol-type naphthoquinones (antioxidant)
  • Traditional Bignoniaceae botanical

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic safety data
  • Naphthoquinones can sensitize
  • Sparse regulatory review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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