Berberis Aristata Stem Extract
Berberis Aristata Stem Extract
BER
6/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Botanical extract from the stem of Berberis aristata, a berberine-containing plant used in traditional preparations and some cosmetic formulations. It is generally positioned as an astringent, antimicrobial, and brightening/antioxidant botanical, but public cosmetic safety data are limited and activity depends on berberine content and extraction method.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
AntisepticBrightening
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin4/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin3/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin5/10
normal skin6/10
Interactions
incompatible with: Use caution with other potentially irritating actives, strong acids, or retinoids in sensitive-skin routines, since irritation may be additive., No specific in-formula incompatibilities are well documented from public cosmetic sources.
Risks & Warnings
May cause irritation or sensitization in some users, especially at higher activity levels or in formulas with other strong actives. Because berberine-rich botanicals have biologic activity and pregnancy-specific safety data are limited, a conservative pregnancy-safe assessment is not warranted. Avoid use on compromised skin without patch testing.
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