Punica granatum seed

AKA: 54182-57-9, 84961-57-9
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Iran, India. Derived from pomegranate seeds (Punica granatum) of the Lythraceae family, primarily cultivated in Iran and India. Seeds are dried and ground into fine powder for use as an exfoliating agent in formulations.
Punica Granatum Seed is the seed from the Pomegranate, Punica granatum L., Punicaceae
Family
Lythraceae (Loosestrife family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
84961-57-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Abrasive
Bulking
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR