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Botanical extract

LUFFA CYLINDRICA LEAF

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Material from the leaves of the loofah plant, used as a mild botanical skin-conditioning ingredient in plant-based cosmetics. Generally well tolerated, with limited dedicated cosmetic safety review.

Skin benefits

  • Botanical material from the loofah plant used as a mild skin conditioning ingredient
  • Contains flavonoids and other plant antioxidants
  • Long ethnobotanical use without notable toxicity reports

Known concerns

  • No formal CIR or SCCS opinion specifically on Luffa cylindrica leaf
  • Plant tissue can carry pesticide residues or microbial load if poorly sourced
  • Particulate or fibrous forms can be abrasive on sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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