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Antimicrobial

XYLOPIA AETHIOPICA FRUIT EXTRACT

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Grains of Selim fruit extract — an aromatic West African spice. Antimicrobial and warming, but the peppery essential oils mean a yellow rating with mild-irritation caveats.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Rich in essential oils and diterpenes
  • Antimicrobial and aromatic
  • Long food-spice history in West Africa

Known concerns

  • Spicy/peppery — potential mild irritant
  • Limited cosmetic safety review
  • Possible sensitization in fragrance use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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