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Skin Conditioning

ZANTHOXYLUM ZANTHOXYLOIDES BARK EXTRACT

CAS 102242-62-6
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Senegalese prickly-ash bark extract — a traditional astringent and antimicrobial. Use with awareness because the genus contains photoactive and alkaloid compounds that can sensitize skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional astringent and antimicrobial bark extract
  • Source of alkaloids and aromatic compounds
  • Used in cleansing/clarifying formulations

Known concerns

  • Zanthoxylum genus contains photoactive furocoumarins and benzophenanthridine alkaloids
  • Potential photosensitization on leave-on skin
  • Botanical sensitization risk is non-trivial

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related skin conditionings

Same plant / compound family

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