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HOUTTUYNIA CORDATA LEAF VESICLES

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Leaf vesicles from Houttuynia cordata (fish mint), a purifying botanical with anti-inflammatory skin benefits.

Houttuynia cordata (fish mint, cordate) is a traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean medicinal herb with documented broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity due to quercetin, chlorogenic acid, and volatile sulfur compounds. The Korean MFDS has approved Houttuynia for cosmetics. The distinctive odor requires careful formulation. Not restricted under EU cosmetics regulation.

Skin benefits

  • Broad-spectrum antimicrobial and antiviral properties
  • Anti-inflammatory activity
  • Approved for cosmetic use in Korea

Known concerns

  • Contains volatile sulfur compounds with strong characteristic odor
  • May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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