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Expert Verdict
Contains alkaloids (galanthamine family) at full-plant level; cosmetic-grade extract used at low concentrations (≤0.5% leave-on body, ≤4% rinse-off face) is considered safe at reported use levels. Derived from Summer Snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) bulbs; inhibits muscle cell contraction ("botox-like" mechanism), reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, increases superoxide dismutase (SOD) expression for antioxidant defense, slows melanocyte/keratinocyte proliferation to address age spots
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Is Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains alkaloids (galanthamine family) at full-plant level; cosmetic-grade extract used at low concentrations (≤0.5% leave-on body, ≤4% rinse-off face) is considered safe at reported use levels. Derived from Summer Snowflake (Leucojum aestivum) bulbs; inhibits muscle cell contraction ("botox-like" mechanism), reduces appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, increases superoxide dismutase (SOD) expression for antioxidant defense, slows melanocyte/keratinocyte proliferation to address age spots The EU classifies Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract allowed in the EU?
Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract do in cosmetics?
Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (complex botanical extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Leucojum Aestivum Bulb 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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