Ribes Nigrum Bud Extract
Ribes Nigrum Bud Extract
RIB
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Botanical extract obtained from black currant (Ribes nigrum) buds, used mainly as a fragrance, masking, and skin-conditioning ingredient. It is a natural aromatic material with a cassis-like odor and is not typically used as an active treatment ingredient.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Soothing
Concerns
Fragrance
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.01% - 0.50%CAS Number: 68606-81-5
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin5/10
oily skin4/10
sensitive skin4/10
acne prone4/10
mature skin5/10
normal skin6/10
Interactions
incompatible with: other fragranced botanicals, known contact allergens, highly sensitizing actives on compromised skin
Risks & Warnings
Main concerns are fragrance-related sensitization or irritation in sensitive users. Because it is a botanical aromatic extract, composition can vary by extraction method and source material. No strong evidence suggests comedogenicity, but very reactive skin may still prefer fragrance-free alternatives.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
