Plant Extracts

Berberis Vulgaris Bark Extract

INCI: BERBERIS VULGARIS BARK EXTRACT
CAS 84649-92-3 EC 283-473-8
Berberis Vulgaris Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the Barberry, Berberis vulgaris L., Berberidaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Berberis Vulgaris Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the Barberry, Berberis vulgaris L., Berberidaceae

Purpose

Function

skin conditioning, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
ConcernLow
Verdict

Safe for cosmetic use with no significant sensitization reports at typical cosmetic concentrations.

US Note

No specific US restrictions; berberine content provides antibacterial activity; safe in cosmetic use concentrations

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
84649-92-3
EC Number
283-473-8
INCI
BERBERIS VULGARIS BARK EXTRACT
Category
Plant Extracts
Updated
Apr 2, 2026