PINUS SYLVESTRIS LEAF EXTRACT is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
PINUS SYLVESTRIS LEAF EXTRACT
Scots Pine Leaf Extract
Safety grade: C
This ingredient is derived from the leaves of the Scots pine tree, a common evergreen found across Europe and Asia. It's a plant extract that captures the beneficial compounds naturally present in pine needles.
Pine leaf extract is used in cosmetics as a tonic to invigorate and refresh the skin, helping to promote a healthy, energized complexion.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to PINUS SYLVESTRIS LEAF EXTRACT
- CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT — Grade A. Centella asiatica similarly invigorates and conditions skin as a tonic active.
- PANAX GINSENG ROOT EXTRACT — Grade A. Panax ginseng root extract energizes and refreshes skin like pine leaf extract.
- BETULA ALBA LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A. Betula alba leaf extract provides similar astringent toning and skin invigoration benefits.
Other Tonic ingredients
- GERANIOL — Grade C
- EUGENOL — Grade C
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- MENTHA PIPERITA OIL — Grade C
- EUCALYPTOL — Grade A
- SALVIA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A