Betula Alba (Birch Tree) Bark Extract
Deodorizer; Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Deodorizer; Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Purpose
Function
Deodorizer; Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Verdict
Well-studied botanical with strong skin barrier and antioxidant benefits backed by clinical data; no EU annex restrictions; no CIR concern flags; rare but documented sensitization potential from betulin fraction warrants caution in high-concentration leave-on products for sensitive skin; overall profile supports safe use in cosmetics
US Note
Not restricted or prohibited under US cosmetic regulations; not an OTC drug ingredient; no FDA-specific concentration limits; used freely in rinse-off and leave-on formulations
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Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.