XANTHOCERAS SORBIFOLIUM SEED OIL

Antioxidant

42

Caution

About XANTHOCERAS SORBIFOLIUM SEED OIL

A Chinese Sapindaceae seed oil with promising cosmetic potential due to high unsaponifiable fraction containing sterols and triterpenoids, but lacking adequate toxicological assessment for cosmetic use.

Detailed Analysis

Xanthoceras sorbifolium (yellowhorn) seed oil is notable for its unusually high unsaponifiable matter content (~5-10%), rich in beta-sitosterol, cycloartenol, and dammarane-type triterpenoid saponins. These compounds have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and skin-barrier-enhancing activity in preliminary studies. However, the seed oil contains pyridine alkaloids (xanthocerin) and other secondary metabolites whose safety profile has not been adequately assessed for topical cosmetic use. EU CosIng does not have a specific entry for this material. The overall risk profile remains uncertain due to insufficient data.

What It Does

ANTIOXIDANT SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ High unsaponifiable content — potential skin barrier enhancement
  • ✓ Contains anti-inflammatory triterpenoids and sterols
  • ✓ Emollient properties from fatty acid profile

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Contains xanthocerin and related alkaloids — limited toxicity data
  • ⚠ No adequate SCCS or IFRA safety evaluation
  • ⚠ Unsaponifiable fraction may vary by source and processing

Safety Score

42

Caution

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.