ILEX AQUIFOLIUM FLOWER EXTRACT
Conditioning Agent
Good
CAS Number: 90045-83-3
About ILEX AQUIFOLIUM FLOWER EXTRACT
An extract from European holly flowers — used as a skin conditioner. Not widely studied in cosmetics, but no known safety red flags.
Detailed Analysis
Ilex Aquifolium Flower Extract is derived from the flowers of European Holly (Ilex aquifolium L., Aquifoliaceae). Holly plants contain saponins, caffeoylquinic acids, and flavonoids with potential antioxidant activity. CosIng lists it as a skin conditioning agent with no specific restrictions or GHS hazards. While holly berries are known to be toxic when ingested, the flower extract used in cosmetics is topical and at low concentrations, posing minimal concern.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Skin conditioning
- ✓ Contains flavonoids with potential antioxidant activity
- ✓ Traditional botanical with astringent properties
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Limited cosmetic safety data specific to flower extract
- ⚠ Holly plant parts contain saponins which can be irritating at high concentrations
- ⚠ Not widely used — limited track record
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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