Antioxidant
HELIANTHUS ANNUUS FLOWER EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) flower extract — a gentle, food-grade botanical supplying carotenoid and flavonoid antioxidants. Benign topical record with the usual Asteraceae caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flavonoid and carotenoid antioxidants
- Mild skin-soothing effect
- Food-grade source plant
Known concerns
- Asteraceae allergen caveat (ragweed cross-reactivity)
- Limited standalone safety dossier
- Variable potency by batch
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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