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Expert Verdict
Contains magnolol and honokiol at potentially significant concentrations. These biphenolic compounds are potent bioactives - beneficial at low doses but could irritate at high concentrations. No specific regulatory safety flags. Recommended usage in formulations typically ≤1%.. Derived from bark of Magnolia obovata (Japanese Big-Leaf/Whitebark Magnolia). Rich in magnolol and honokiol - the same signature lignans found in M. officinalis bark. Documented photoaging prevention activity. ECOCERT/...
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Is Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains magnolol and honokiol at potentially significant concentrations. These biphenolic compounds are potent bioactives - beneficial at low doses but could irritate at high concentrations. No specific regulatory safety flags. Recommended usage in formulations typically ≤1%.. Derived from bark of Magnolia obovata (Japanese Big-Leaf/Whitebark Magnolia). Rich in magnolol and honokiol - the same signature lignans found in M. officinalis bark. Documented photoaging prevention activity. ECOCERT/... The EU classifies Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract allowed in the EU?
Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract do in cosmetics?
Magnolia Obovata Bark Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning; functionally used for UV care, anti-aging, whitening/brightening, wrinkle improvement, sensitive skin soothing, acne control, pore minimization, and scalp/hair growth. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223749-85-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnolia Obovata Bark 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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