Skin Conditioning
DRYOPTERIS FILIX-MAS LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Male fern leaf extract — a traditional vermifuge with documented filicinic acid and phloroglucinol toxicity. Hemolytic, cytotoxic, and neurotoxic effects make it a poor fit for cosmetics, even at topical levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional astringent properties
- Tannin antioxidant content
Known concerns
- Filicinic acid and phloroglucinol toxicity
- Hemolytic and cytotoxic potential
- Neurological effects reported with internal use
- Limited modern cosmetic safety data
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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