Ingredient
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract is flagged for pregnancy, breastfeeding, postpartum, trying to conceive, PCOS and general use. The concern behind the strongest flag is irritant and absorbed into the body.
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Verdict by profile
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- Strongest verdict
- Caution Advised
- Its verdict for pregnancy, the profile this one is worst in
- Profiles flagged
- 6 of 6
- Counting avoid, high risk and medium risk
- Irritancy
- 3 of 5
- Higher means more likely to sting or redden
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and pregnancy
Caution Advised
- Irritant
- Absorbed into the body
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract comes from a plant in the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family, which is known for containing potentially irritating compounds. The extract is rarely used in cosmetics, and its exact purpose in formulations is often unclear. There are no studies on the safety of this ingredient during pregnancy. Plants in the Clematis genus contain protoanemonin, which can cause significant skin irritation and, in severe cases, blistering. While topical cosmetic use typically involves highly diluted extracts that may have reduced irritancy, the potential for skin barrier disruption and unknown systemic absorption raises concerns during pregnancy. Skin sensitivity is already heightened during pregnancy due to hormonal changes, making irritating ingredients particularly problematic. Given the lack of safety data and the known irritancy of the plant family, many healthcare providers would recommend avoiding this ingredient during pregnancy as a precautionary measure. Alternative plant extracts with better safety profiles and documented benefits would be preferable.
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and breastfeeding
Caution Advised
- Irritant
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract is an uncommon cosmetic ingredient derived from a plant known for its irritating properties. The buttercup family, to which this plant belongs, contains compounds that can cause contact dermatitis and skin inflammation. There is no specific data on transfer to breast milk, but the primary concern during breastfeeding is topical irritation rather than systemic effects. If used on or near the breast area, the ingredient could cause skin irritation that might affect breastfeeding comfort. Additionally, any compromised skin barrier from irritation could theoretically increase absorption of other cosmetic ingredients. While there's no evidence of direct harm to breastfed infants, the lack of safety data and known irritancy make this ingredient questionable for use during breastfeeding. Women who choose to use products containing this ingredient should avoid applying them to the breast area and monitor for any skin reactions.
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and postpartum
Caution Advised
- Irritant
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract is derived from a plant family known for containing irritating compounds. Postpartum skin can be particularly sensitive due to hormonal fluctuations and potential skin barrier changes. The main concern is skin irritation and allergic contact dermatitis. For postpartum women dealing with skin sensitivity, stretch marks, or other skin concerns, using products with potentially irritating ingredients may worsen these conditions rather than improve them. There are many alternative plant extracts with better safety profiles and documented benefits for postpartum skin concerns.
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and trying to conceive
Caution Advised
- Irritant
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract is a little-studied cosmetic ingredient from a plant family known for irritating properties. There is no evidence linking topical use to fertility concerns. While there's no specific fertility-related risk, the lack of safety data and potential for skin irritation make this ingredient less desirable when trying to conceive. Women planning pregnancy often prefer to minimize exposure to poorly-studied ingredients. The irritancy potential and absence of demonstrated benefits suggest that alternative, better-studied ingredients would be a wiser choice during the preconception period.
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and PCOS
Caution Advised
- Irritant
- Can inflame skin
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract is a plant extract with limited use in cosmetics and minimal scientific documentation of its benefits. The plant family is known for containing irritating compounds. There is no evidence of hormonal effects relevant to PCOS, but the irritancy potential is concerning. Many women with PCOS experience inflammatory skin conditions like acne, and using irritating ingredients can exacerbate inflammation and worsen skin issues. Inflammatory responses can also theoretically impact hormonal balance, though this is not specific to this ingredient. Women with PCOS would be better served by choosing well-studied, anti-inflammatory ingredients rather than this obscure extract with potential irritancy. If you encounter this in a product, consider whether there are formulations without it that could provide similar or better benefits.
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract and general use
Caution Advised
- Irritant
- Common allergen
Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract comes from a climbing plant in the buttercup (Ranunculaceae) family. This plant family is known for containing protoanemonin, a lactone compound that can cause significant skin irritation and allergic reactions. The fresh plant material of Clematis species is notably irritating and can cause contact dermatitis, blistering, and inflammation. While cosmetic extracts are typically processed and diluted, which may reduce irritancy, there is limited safety data on the specific use of Clematis Vitalba Leaf Extract in cosmetics. People with sensitive skin or a history of plant allergies may be at higher risk for reactions. This ingredient is uncommon in cosmetics, likely due to the known irritancy of the plant family. If you encounter it in a product and have sensitive skin, consider patch testing before full application. Products with better-studied plant extracts that have documented benefits and safety profiles would generally be preferable choices.
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Where this came from
Truva summarises published guidance from bodies including ACOG, the FDA, the EU SCCS and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review. It has no access to your medical history and it is not a substitute for your doctor, dermatologist or midwife. These assessments have not been reviewed by a clinician, and nothing here is a diagnosis or a prescription. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or being treated for PCOS, take the ingredient list to the person looking after you.
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