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Expert Verdict
Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract is a natural caper-derived skin conditioning ingredient listed in EU CosIng with no concentration restriction or annex listing. Clinically, 3–5% extract demonstrated significant moisturizing effect via filaggrin regulation. No CIR safety review exists. Potential for contact sensitization exists with isolated cases of allergic contact dermatitis and isothiocyanate-driven irritation at high/undiluted doses documented in literature. At typical cosmetic use levels the risk is low. No prohibition or restriction in EU or US. COSMOS-compatible and suitable for use with concentration and formulation controls.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract is a natural caper-derived skin conditioning ingredient listed in EU CosIng with no concentration restriction or annex listing. Clinically, 3–5% extract demonstrated significant moisturizing effect via filaggrin regulation. No CIR safety review exists. Potential for contact sensitization exists with isolated cases of allergic contact dermatitis and isothiocyanate-driven irritation at high/undiluted doses documented in literature. At typical cosmetic use levels the risk is low. No prohibition or restriction in EU or US. COSMOS-compatible and suitable for use with concentration and formulation controls. The EU classifies Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant; moisturizing agent that regulates filaggrin metabolism to enhance stratum corneum hydration. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89958-23-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Capparis Spinosa Fruit Extract?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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