Skin Conditioning
CYTISUS SCOPARIUS BRANCH/FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Scotch broom branch/flower/leaf extract — used as a botanical conditioner. The plant naturally contains alkaloids (sparteine) that are toxic at high doses, so cosmetic-grade extracts must be controlled.
Function
Skin benefits
- Scotch broom plant extract
- Source of flavonoids
- Fragrance/conditioning use
Known concerns
- Cytisus contains sparteine and related toxic alkaloids
- Cardiac/pregnancy concerns at high systemic doses
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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