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EUPATORIUM FORTUNEI EXTRACT.

Questionable / SKIN CONDITIONING

Eupatorium Fortunei Extract is a botanical ingredient recognized for its multifaceted biological activities, including significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties. Its complex composition, rich in active components such as flavonoids and polysaccharides, contributes to its potential to enhance skin health and resilience through various pathways.

Summary

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Immunomodulator Skin Conditioning Anti-bacterial Anti-aging Soothing Acne Treatment

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract operates through several mechanisms to support skin function. It acts as an immunomodulator, capable of inducing type I interferon and pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, IL-6, and IFN-β, which are crucial for antiviral and immune responses. Its anti-inflammatory actions involve suppressing pro-inflammatory factors and inhibiting the activation of the NF-κB signaling pathway. Furthermore, active constituents like quercetin, psoralen, quercitrin, various polysaccharides, flavonoids, and sesquiterpenes contribute to its antioxidant, antibacterial, and potentially anti-metastatic and anti-angiogenic effects.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Commonly dusted

The presence of potentially neurotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) at levels that could exceed the European Medicines Agency's recommended daily intake (1.0 µg PA/day for adults), coupled with the absence of specific safety assessments by CIR, SCCS, or FDA for cosmetic use, indicates that any topical application without explicit PA removal and safety validation carries significant risk and aligns with 'dusting' practices.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Conflicts

  • The primary formulation conflict arises from the inherent presence of pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which necessitate a rigorously verified PA-free or extremely low-PA extract to ensure safety for topical application.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Eupatorium fortunei contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which are a significant safety concern. These PAs have been shown to induce neurotoxicity in vitro and, in derived products, can exceed the acceptable intake limit (1.0 µg PA per day for adults) recommended by the European Medicines Agency. There is currently no specific safety assessment by CIR, SCCS, or FDA for its use as a cosmetic ingredient, highlighting an unaddressed risk profile.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While Eupatorium Fortunei Extract exhibits promising antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory activities, the significant unaddressed safety concerns regarding pyrrolizidine alkaloids and the lack of regulatory review render its use highly questionable for precision skincare formulations.

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