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Antioxidant

VITEXIN

CAS 3681-93-4 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A natural flavonoid glycoside (apigenin-8-C-glucoside) from plants like hawthorn and mung bean — it acts as an antioxidant and helps calm UV-stressed skin. Generally safe at cosmetic levels with no major flags.

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant against UV-induced free radicals
  • Anti-inflammatory support
  • Photoprotective on stressed skin
  • Natural plant-derived flavonoid

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety literature
  • Possible color/staining in light formulas
  • Source plant variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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