CHRYSANTHEMUM PARTHENIUM FLOWER POWDER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Feverfew powder contains parthenolide, a compound that can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Chrysanthemum parthenium (feverfew) is in the Asteraceae family, which is associated with sensitizing sesquiterpene lactones. While used topically for migraine and skin inflammation, EU cosmovigilance reports note contact allergy potential. Not restricted under Annex II but worth monitoring for sensitizer content.
Skin benefits
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Traditional use for skin irritation
- Contains anti-migraine compounds
Known concerns
- Known contact allergen (sesquiterpene lactones/parthenolide)
- Asteraceae family associated with allergic reactions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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