botanical extract
PUNICA GRANATUM PEEL POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Ground pomegranate peel rich in polyphenol antioxidants. CIR assessed pomegranate ingredients as safe in cosmetic use, and the peel offers antioxidant and brightening benefits in masks and scrubs.
Function
Skin benefits
- Rich in polyphenols, ellagitannins and punicalagins with antioxidant activity
- Anti-inflammatory and supports skin barrier repair
- May help reduce hyperpigmentation and photoaging signs
- CIR concluded pomegranate-derived ingredients are safe as used in cosmetics
Known concerns
- Possible allergic reactions in those sensitive to pomegranate
- Mildly abrasive when used as a powdered exfoliant
- Quality and active content vary by source and processing
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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