and Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula)]
and Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula)]
AND
6/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Botanical solvent extract from Terminalia chebula (haritaki/chebulic myrobalan). In cosmetics it is mainly used for skin conditioning and astringent effects, with a polyphenol/tannin profile that gives antioxidant support and can help skin feel tighter and look less dull.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
HealingSoothing
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 5.00%CAS Number: 90131-48-9
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin4/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin4/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin7/10
Interactions
incompatible with: May increase dryness or stinging when combined with strong exfoliating acids, Use caution alongside retinoids if the formula already feels irritating, Use caution with other known fragrance or botanical allergen sources in sensitive-skin products
Risks & Warnings
Botanical extracts can trigger irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible users. Because it is tannin-rich and astringent, it may feel drying on very dry or compromised skin. Safety data for topical use is limited compared with mainstream cosmetic actives.
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