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TERMINALIA ARJUNA BARK

CAS 93456-04-3
71

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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About

A bark extract from Terminalia arjuna rich in triterpenoids and flavonoids used in Ayurveda for cardioprotective and anti-aging skin applications.

Terminalia Arjuna bark contains triterpenoids (arjunic acid, arjunolic acid), flavonoids (arjunolone, luteolin), gallic acid, and ellagic acid. Arjunic acid is a pentacyclic triterpene with documented anti-inflammatory and collagen-stimulating activity. The flavonoids inhibit MMP-1 and MMP-3, enzymes that degrade collagen in photoaged skin. Terminalia arjuna also shows tyrosinase inhibitory activity. Used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine; CosIng listed. The tannin content may cause mild irritation at high concentrations.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-aging
  • Collagen stimulation
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Tyrosinase inhibition

Known concerns

  • Tannin content may cause mild irritation at high concentrations
  • Potential allergen for individuals sensitive to tannin-rich plants

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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