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Emollient

TRICHOSANTHES KIRILOWII SEED EXTRACT

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Chinese cucumber seed extract — a Cucurbitaceae seed used for emollient lipids and polysaccharides. The bioactive trichosanthin sits in roots, not seeds, so seed extracts are typically well-tolerated.

Function

HUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Cucurbitaceae lipids for emollience
  • Polysaccharide hydration
  • Traditional skin-soothing use

Known concerns

  • Trichosanthin protein in roots is bioactive (not seed)
  • Limited cosmetic-grade toxicology
  • Possible cross-reactivity with cucurbit allergens
  • Variable composition by supplier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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