Botanical Extract
CYCAS REVOLUTA LEAF POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Cycas Revoluta Leaf Powder is derived from the sago palm, whose leaves contain the highest levels of MAM glycosides and the neurotoxin BMAA. There is no established safe cosmetic use for this raw botanical.
Skin benefits
- Traditional plant extract used historically in some Asian preparations
- No established cosmetic benefit profile
Known concerns
- Leaves contain MAM glycosides and BMAA neurotoxin
- BMAA implicated in neurodegenerative disease pathways
- Highest neurotoxin concentration is in the leaves
- No CIR or SCCS safety assessment supports cosmetic use
- Recognized as toxic to humans and animals in raw form
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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