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GENISTA TINCTORIA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS 90045-29-7
48

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Dyers broom (Genista tinctoria) extract — a Fabaceae shrub used historically as a yellow dye. Contains cytotoxic quinolizidine alkaloids, so cosmetic use warrants caution despite the genistein content.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Isoflavone (genistein) antioxidants
  • Traditional dye plant — flavonoid pigments
  • Mild soothing claim

Known concerns

  • Quinolizidine alkaloids (lupanine, sparteine) — cardiotoxic at high oral exposure
  • Cytotoxic potential — dermal data sparse
  • Cocktail composition variable
  • Phytoestrogen activity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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