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Botanical Extract

BETULA ALBA BARK/LEAF EXTRACT

CAS 84012-15-7
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

White birch bark and leaf extract — provides betulin, betulinic acid and tannins for soothing, astringent and antioxidant skincare. Long traditional use; mostly mild outside birch-pollen allergies.

Function

ASTRINGENTCLEANSINGSOOTHINGTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Betulinic acid and betulin — anti-inflammatory triterpenes
  • Tannin and flavonoid antioxidants
  • Astringent toning for oily skin
  • Soothing for irritated skin

Known concerns

  • Birch pollen allergic users may react
  • Tannins can dry sensitive skin
  • Methyl salicylate trace in some preparations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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