ULMUS FULVA BARK
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About ULMUS FULVA BARK
A traditional skin-soothing ingredient — the inner bark of slippery elm creates a gelatinous mucilage that coats and calms irritated or sensitive skin.
Detailed Analysis
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
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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