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Antioxidant

XANTHOHUMOL

CAS 6754-58-1
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A hops-derived antioxidant flavonoid (prenylated chalcone) used for free-radical scavenging in skincare. Well tolerated topically; some hormone-pathway activity in lab studies keeps it conservatively in the yellow band.

Skin benefits

  • Prenylated chalcone from hops with strong antioxidant activity
  • Anti-inflammatory potential in topical formulas
  • Has been studied for skin-protective effects

Known concerns

  • Some estrogen-modulating activity reported in preclinical studies
  • Limited long-term human cosmetic safety data
  • Possible color and odor contribution at higher levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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