Antioxidant
VERBASCOSIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A natural plant phenylethanoid (also called acteoside) with strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Well tolerated topically with no notable hazards.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strong polyphenol antioxidant
- Anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing
- Found naturally in olive and verbascum
Known concerns
- Color may shift in formulation
- Limited large-scale CIR/SCCS dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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