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Antioxidant

ARTEMISIA ANNUA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An extract from sweet wormwood (source of antimalarial artemisinin), with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. Sesquiterpene lactone sensitization is a real consideration despite the lack of EU restriction.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Skin-conditioning effects
  • Antimicrobial activity
  • Plant well characterized chemically

Known concerns

  • Sesquiterpene lactone sensitization risk
  • Asteraceae cross-reactivity
  • Variable artemisinin content
  • Pregnancy caution by some authorities

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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