ILEX AQUIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT
Conditioning Agent
Good
CAS Number: 90045-83-3
About ILEX AQUIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT
Derived from european Holly, it helps keep skin soft and smooth.
Detailed Analysis
Ilex aquifolium (English holly) leaves contain triterpenoid saponins (including ilexoside), flavonoids, and caffeoyl derivatives. The leaves are considerably less toxic than the berries, which contain higher levels of ilicin and other potentially irritant compounds. Leaf extracts have been used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic properties. The EU CosIng database lists this ingredient without restriction, and no specific concentration limits apply under Regulation 1223/2009.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Saponin-based cleansing / conditioning
- ✓ Flavonoid antioxidant content
- ✓ Skin conditioning
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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