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Botanical extract

AMORPHA FRUTICOSA POWDER

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Powder from false indigo bush, a plant containing rotenoid compounds. Limited cosmetic safety review and concerns about its natural rotenone content keep this in cautious territory.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Contains rotenoids and flavonoids studied for antimicrobial activity
  • Plant-derived ingredient familiar in traditional herbal use
  • Powder form allows formulator dose control

Known concerns

  • Amorpha fruticosa contains rotenone-class compounds with known toxicity
  • Considered an invasive species in much of Europe, ecological concerns
  • Sparse cosmetic safety assessment by CIR or SCCS
  • Potential for skin sensitization in susceptible individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.