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EVERNIA FURFURACEA EXTRACT.

Avoid CAS 90028-67-4 / 68648-41-9 / 68917-40-8 / PERFUMING

Evernia Furfuracea Extract, commonly known as Treemoss extract, is a lichen-derived ingredient noted for its immunomodulatory, free-radical scavenging, and antimicrobial properties. While researchers are exploring its potential for addressing inflammatory skin conditions, its predominant use in cosmetics is as a perfuming agent and fragrance fixative. However, its high sensitizing potential and the presence of restricted allergenic compounds pose significant concerns for skin applications.

Summary

Perfuming Immunomodulatory Free-radical Scavenging Antimicrobial

Science

Mechanism of Action

This extract exerts immunomodulatory effects, contributing to the regulation of skin immune responses, and acts as a potent free-radical scavenger, which helps to mitigate oxidative stress. It also demonstrates antimicrobial properties, offering a defensive benefit to the skin. In fragrance formulations, it functions as a perfuming agent and a fixative, enhancing the longevity of scents on the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Evernia furfuracea extract demonstrates immunomodulatory and free-radical scavenging capabilities, prompting dermatological exploration into its potential for inflammatory skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis. However, specific effective concentrations for these benefits are not yet established in current literature.
  2. 02 Due to its sensitizing potential, European Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 mandates the declaration of Treemoss extract (Evernia furfuracea extract) on ingredient lists when its concentration exceeds 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

This ingredient is not commonly 'dusted' or over-marketed for efficacy due to its well-documented and significant safety concerns, including high allergenic potential and the presence of banned sensitizing compounds. Regulatory bodies strictly govern its use rather than promoting it for widespread application.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Components of Evernia Furfuracea Extract exhibit solubility in both polar (e.g., water, ethanol) and non-polar (e.g., isopropanol, cyclohexane) solvents, indicating a complex chemical composition. Specific optimal pH ranges for the extract's stability are not currently available.

Conflicts

  • Known to cause contact sensitization and allergic contact dermatitis.
  • Contains atranol and chloroatranol, which are sensitizing compounds prohibited by European Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1410.
  • Not compatible with sensitive skin types due to its pronounced allergenic properties.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk High

Evernia Furfuracea Extract has not been reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) as a standalone ingredient. However, the Scientific Committee on Cosmetic Products and Non-Food Products intended for Consumers (SCCNFP) identified it as a fragrance ingredient with significant allergenic potential. It is included in the EU 26 list of fragrance allergens, necessitating declaration on packaging if concentrations surpass 0.001% in leave-on products or 0.01% in rinse-off products. It contains the sensitizing compounds atranol and chloroatranol, which are banned by European Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1410.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Given its high sensitization risk, documented allergenic potential, and the presence of internationally banned sensitizers, Moumoujus advises against the use of Evernia Furfuracea Extract in precision skincare formulations, despite unquantified potential benefits.

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