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TIMOSAPONIN A3

CAS 41059-79-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A steroidal saponin from Anemarrhena asphodeloides root. Used at low percentages as an anti-wrinkle active, with a published clinical safety and efficacy study at 0.25%. Generally well tolerated.

Skin benefits

  • Anti-wrinkle effect at low cosmetic doses
  • Reduces UV-induced MMP-1
  • Anti-inflammatory in skin cells

Known concerns

  • Saponins can irritate at higher levels
  • No SCCS review
  • Cosmetic data from a single product line

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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