Antioxidant
ARTEMISIA ANNUA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
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 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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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