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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low-risk botanical extract with established astringent and skin-conditioning properties. Permitted in EU and US with no concentration restrictions. Suitable for toners, clarifying products, and oily/combination skin formulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Low-risk botanical extract with established astringent and skin-conditioning properties. Permitted in EU and US with no concentration restrictions. Suitable for toners, clarifying products, and oily/combination skin formulations. The EU classifies Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Ceanothus Americanus Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, astringent. Contains cyclic peptide alkaloids, triterpenes (ceanothusic acid, ceanothenic acid), tannins (~10%), resins, and bitter compounds. Tannins impart astringent, tightening, and anti-inflammatory properties useful in toners and sensitive skin formulations.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91771-46-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceanothus Americanus Leaf 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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