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Botanical hydrosol

FOENICULUM VULGARE SEED WATER

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An aromatic water from fennel seed used as a mild toner or scent base. Hydrosols are generally low risk, though the fennel family carries some caution around estragole and phytoestrogen effects.

Skin benefits

  • Mild aromatic water used in toners and mists
  • Contains low levels of fennel antioxidants and aromatic compounds
  • Provides a light scent without strong essential oil dosing

Known concerns

  • Fennel essential oil contains estragole, a potential genotoxic carcinogen at high doses
  • Hydrosol form has very low estragole levels, but quality varies
  • Possible phytoestrogen-like activity reported for fennel extracts
  • Risk of allergic contact dermatitis in fragrance-sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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