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Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract

Horse chestnut seed extract (source of escin/aescin)

Safety Flags
Allergen: Botanical sensitivity possible; patch test recommended
Safety Notes

Standardised for escin (aescin), a saponin with capillary-tone and anti-oedema activity; common in de-puffing eye and leg products. Well tolerated topically at cosmetic levels

Function & Common Use

Function

Anti-inflammatory, vasoprotective, soothing, skin conditioning

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Eye creams, anti-puffiness/dark-circle serums, leg/vein creams, firming lotions

Origin

Plant derived

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Not verified in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit specified

US FDA (21 CFR)

No limit established

Korea (MFDS)

Not verified in source checked

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified for topical cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract safe to use in skincare?

Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Standardised for escin (aescin), a saponin with capillary-tone and anti-oedema activity; common in de-puffing eye and leg products. Well tolerated topically at cosmetic levels

Is Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract allowed in India?

Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract is currently classified as "Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Not verified in source checked.

What is Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract used for in cosmetics?

Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract functions as: Anti-inflammatory, vasoprotective, soothing, skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Eye creams, anti-puffiness/dark-circle serums, leg/vein creams, firming lotions.

Can Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract has an allergen flag (Botanical sensitivity possible; patch test recommended). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction
EU
Permitted - listed in EU CosIng; not in Annex II or Annex III
US FDA
Permitted for cosmetic use; no restriction identified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; general cosmetic ingredient under MFDS negative list system
Australia (TGA)
Permitted as cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; no specific restriction found
Canada (NHPID)
Not verified in source checked

EU Annex: None

Identifiers

CAS8053-39-2

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