Skin Conditioning
WALTHERIA INDICA LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Waltheria indica leaf extract — a Malvaceae botanical used for brightening and antioxidant claims via tyrosinase inhibition. Generally low-risk at low cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Tyrosinase-inhibiting brightening
- Antioxidant flavonoids
- Skin-soothing claim
Known concerns
- Genus contains pyrrolidine alkaloids
- Limited cosmetic safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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