Botanical water
BETULA ALBA LEAF WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Birch leaf water is a dilute aqueous extract of white birch leaves used as a gently astringent, hydrating water-phase ingredient in toners, tonics, and scalp products with a long European tradition.
Skin benefits
- Traditional ingredient with a long European cosmetic history
- Mildly astringent feel suited to oily and combination skin
- Acts as a hydrating water-phase ingredient
- Carries trace flavonoids associated with antioxidant claims
Known concerns
- Possible cross-reactivity for birch-pollen allergic users
- Aromatic compounds may bother very sensitive skin
- Sugars require reliable preservation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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