HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
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About
Steam-distilled water from houttuynia cordata flowers, leaves, and stems.
Houttuynia cordata (fish mint) is widely used in traditional Japanese, Chinese, and Korean medicine with documented anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. The ingredient contains flavonoids including quercetin and volatile oils with antimicrobial activity. No EU restrictions apply.
Skin benefits
- Antibacterial and antimicrobial
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Traditional East Asian herbal use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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