Hero Ingredient Landing
Back to search

Balsam Peru

Worst

Plant extracts

No known benefits

Balsam Peru description

Balsam peru is a fatty resin that when applied topically can cause sensitivity. It also has the potential to cause phototoxicity. Balsam peru is also a standard used in patch tests for skin sensitivity due to its high incidence of causing reactions. For more information, please see the _Copaifera Officinalis_ entry.

Related ingredients: Copaifera Officinalis

Back to search

Balsam Peru references

  • Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, December 2001, issue 6, pages 836-839

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

We couldn't find this in our ingredient dictionary. We log all missing ingredients and make continuous updates.

Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.