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ULMUS FULVA BARK

77

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A traditional skin-soothing ingredient — the inner bark of slippery elm creates a gelatinous mucilage that coats and calms irritated or sensitive skin.

Ulmus fulva bark contains uronic acid-rich polysaccharide mucilage (primarily arabinogalactans) that forms a protective, water-retentive gel layer on the skin. It has a long history of use in traditional wound-care and burn formulations. No significant systemic toxicity has been documented; the main precaution is avoidance of inhaled powdered form due to respiratory irritation potential.

Skin benefits

  • Soothes irritated and inflamed skin
  • Forms protective barrier on skin surface
  • Hydrates and retains moisture
  • Traditional use for minor wounds and burns

Known concerns

  • Inhalation risk when used as dry powder
  • Possible contamination with heavy metals in wild-harvested material
  • Rare allergic reactions reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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ULMUS FULVA BARK EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning

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