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HELIANTHUS ANNUUS LEAF/STEM JUICE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Fresh, green juice pressed from sunflower leaves and stems, rich in antioxidants and plant nutrients.

Helianthus annuus (common sunflower) leaf and stem juice is the expressed liquid from aerial plant parts of the sunflower. Sunflower seeds and oil have extensive food safety history; the leaf and stem are less commonly used but present no identified toxicity concerns. The juice contains phenolic acids, flavonoids, and sesquiterpene lactones. No EU restrictions apply to this ingredient under Regulation 1223/2009. The fresh plant juice provides skin-conditioning and soothing benefits.

Skin benefits

  • Contains anti-inflammatory phenolic compounds for calming irritated skin
  • Rich in flavonoids providing antioxidant protection
  • Natural alternative for skin-conditioning in botanical formulations

Known concerns

  • Sesquiterpene lactones may cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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