Pyrus malus (Apple) bark extract

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AKA: Apple Bark Extract
Plant-Derived
Astringent
Extract
Not Clean
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Bark Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as astringent. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rosaceae (Rose family)
Plant Part
Bark
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
85251-63-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Tightens Pores
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Tightens and tones pores
Traditional Use
Apple bark has been used in traditional herbal medicine for its astringent properties. Historical European herbalism employed apple bark in teas and preparations for skin health and digestive support.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR