Ingredient

elettaria cardamomum seed extract

Mid risk

FunctionBotanical

What it is

Elettaria cardamomum seed extract is derived from cardamom seeds. It is used as a botanical additive that also lends a natural aroma.

What it does

It contributes antioxidant-style benefits and a warm, spicy scent, and is often included as a natural fragrance element.

Typical use

Appears at low levels in facial and body care, and in aromatic or "natural fragrance" formulations.

Who it suits / good to know

Because it is aromatic, those who avoid fragrance components may prefer to check the ingredient list.

Safety

Graded mid risk owing to fragrance-allergen potential from its aromatic constituents, which can trigger sensitivity in some people. Patch-test before regular use, especially on sensitive or reactive skin. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Mid: Mid risk - aromatic cardamom extract with fragrance-allergen potential.
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Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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