Ingredient
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract is flagged for pregnancy, breastfeeding, trying to conceive and PCOS. The concern behind the strongest flag is hormone disruptor and absorbed into the body.
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Verdict by profile
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- Strongest verdict
- Not Recommended
- Its verdict for pregnancy, the profile this one is worst in
- Profiles flagged
- 4 of 6
- Counting avoid, high risk and medium risk
- Irritancy
- 2 of 5
- Higher means more likely to sting or redden
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and pregnancy
Not Recommended
- Hormone disruptor
- Absorbed into the body
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract comes from a plant in the nightshade family and contains steroidal alkaloids, particularly solasodine, which have hormone-like structures. While used in some cosmetic formulations for antioxidant properties, the steroidal nature of its compounds raises theoretical concerns during pregnancy. The primary concern is that steroidal alkaloids from this plant have molecular structures similar to hormones and could theoretically interfere with the delicate hormonal balance required for healthy pregnancy. While specific studies on topical use during pregnancy are limited, the precautionary principle suggests caution with plant-derived steroidal compounds, especially during the first trimester when fetal development is most vulnerable to hormonal disruption. Some alkaloids from the Solanum family have been studied for their biological activity, which reinforces the need for caution. There are no explicit regulatory prohibitions, but the limited safety data combined with the steroidal alkaloid content leads most experts to recommend caution. Many healthcare providers suggest avoiding ingredients with hormone-like activity during pregnancy when safer, well-studied alternatives are available. If you're using a product containing this ingredient, discuss it with your obstetrician.
This one changes across the pregnancy.
- First trimester
- AVOID
- Second trimester
- CAUTION
- Third trimester
- CAUTION
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and breastfeeding
Caution Advised
- Passes into breast milk
Solanum Aviculare contains steroidal alkaloids that, while applied topically, have unknown transfer potential into breast milk. The alkaloid content and lack of breastfeeding-specific research create uncertainty about infant exposure. Steroidal compounds can potentially accumulate in tissues and pass into breast milk. While cosmetic concentrations are lower than medicinal doses, the steroidal alkaloid content warrants caution during breastfeeding. There are no studies specifically examining whether these alkaloids appear in breast milk after topical application, creating uncertainty about infant exposure risk. Given the limited safety data and the availability of well-studied alternatives, many healthcare providers recommend avoiding this ingredient during breastfeeding. If you're currently using a product with this extract, consult with your healthcare provider about whether to continue or switch to a better-studied alternative.
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and postpartum
Safe to Use
For postpartum women who are not breastfeeding, Solanum Aviculare Extract poses fewer concerns as the primary risk factors (pregnancy hormonal sensitivity and breast milk transfer) don't apply. The antioxidant properties may provide skincare benefits. While the steroidal alkaloid content requires general caution, the absence of pregnancy or breastfeeding reduces the risk profile. Individual skin sensitivity to nightshade plants should be monitored, but there are no specific postpartum contraindications for non-breastfeeding women.
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and trying to conceive
Caution Advised
- Hormone disruptor
For women trying to conceive, the steroidal alkaloid content of Solanum Aviculare raises similar concerns as during early pregnancy. The preconception period is when the body is preparing for pregnancy, and hormonal balance is crucial for conception and early embryo development. While topical absorption is limited, the precautionary approach suggests avoiding ingredients with hormone-like structures when trying to conceive. Many healthcare providers recommend discontinuing questionable ingredients before attempting conception, similar to the guidance for early pregnancy. Better-studied antioxidant alternatives are readily available.
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and PCOS
Caution Advised
- Interferes with hormones
Solanum Aviculare contains steroidal alkaloids that have hormone-like structures. For individuals with PCOS, who already experience hormonal imbalances involving androgens and insulin, introducing ingredients with potential hormonal activity requires careful consideration. While there are no specific studies on this ingredient's effects in PCOS, the steroidal nature of its alkaloids creates theoretical concerns about potential interference with hormonal balance. PCOS management often involves carefully regulating hormones, and introducing plant-derived steroidal compounds could potentially complicate this balance. Many dermatologists recommend that individuals with PCOS avoid ingredients with hormone-like activity or unclear hormonal effects when better-studied alternatives are available. If you have PCOS and are using products with this ingredient, consider discussing with your healthcare provider whether switching to alternatives might be beneficial.
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract and general use
Safe to Use
- Common allergen
Solanum Aviculare Fruit Extract is derived from a nightshade family plant and contains antioxidant compounds along with steroidal alkaloids. In cosmetics, it's used for potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. For the general population without pregnancy, breastfeeding, or hormonal concerns, this ingredient presents primarily allergic reaction risks typical of botanical extracts. Individuals sensitive to nightshade plants (tomatoes, eggplants, peppers) should be cautious. The steroidal alkaloid content, while noteworthy, is less concerning for those not in reproductive life stages. The ingredient is permitted in cosmetics, though its use is less common than other botanical antioxidants due to limited research. Patch testing is recommended for those trying products with this ingredient for the first time, especially if nightshade sensitivities are known.
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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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