Is Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract safe in cosmetics?
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Also known as: EINECS 282-029-0, Salix alba Linn., stem bark extract, Willow, Salix alba, ext.
INCI: SALIX ALBA (WILLOW) BARK EXTRACT
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract (CAS 84082-82-6) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Botanical / Natural ingredient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Botanical / Natural ingredient
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract.
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ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100 - 1,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Additional Ingredient Properties
3 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
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anti_pollution
{"cas_number": "84082-82-6", "ingredient_class": "antioxidant_pollution_shield", "primary_mechanism": "barrier_reinforcement", "pollution_types_targeted": "PM2_5", "IR_A_protection": "no", "visible_light_protection": "no", "digital_screen_protection_claim": "no", "PAH_neutralization": "no", "ozone_protection": "no", "mitochondrial_protection": "no", "Nrf2_activation": "no", "AhR_pathway_modulation…
exfoliant
{"cas_number": "84082-82-6", "ingredient_class": "BHA", "chemical_subclass": "beta_hydroxy_acid", "molecular_weight_Da": "complex mixture", "pKa_value": "variable (salicin precursor)", "pH_dependent_activity": "minimal", "penetration_depth": "stratum_corneum", "mechanism_of_action": "enzyme_activation", "target_bonds": "desmosomal", "onset_of_action": "days", "peak_effect_timeline": "8-12 weeks", …
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Astringent
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (2)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract.
Regulatory Flags
eu_children_restricted
Known Synonyms
EINECS 282-029-0
Salix alba Linn., stem bark extract
Willow, Salix alba, ext.
Chemical Function
Astringent
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
children; Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract allowed in the EU?
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract do in cosmetics?
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract functions as: Botanical / Natural ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-82-6.
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