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CROCUS SATIVUS STIGMA WATER

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Saffron stigma water rich in crocin and safranal with antioxidant and skin-brightening properties prized in luxury skincare.

Crocus sativus (saffron) stigma water is a premium botanical extract containing crocin (a carotenoid pigment), safranal (the main aromatic component), and other bioactive compounds including kaempferol. These constituents contribute antioxidant, tyrosinase-inhibiting, and anti-inflammatory properties that support its use in skin-brightening and anti-aging formulations. Saffron extract is not restricted under EU Regulation 1223/2009, and the steam-distilled water form represents a diluted, low-risk preparation with a favorable safety profile in cosmetic applications.

Skin benefits

  • Skin brightening (tyrosinase inhibition from crocin)
  • Powerful antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-aging support
  • Improves skin radiance

Known concerns

  • Generally very safe and well tolerated
  • Rare allergy to saffron/crocus
  • High cost may lead to adulteration concerns in supply chain

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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