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HYPERICUM PERFORATUM EXTRACT

CAS 84082-80-4 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

St John's wort extract — long used for healing claims, but its hypericin content makes skin much more sensitive to UV light. Best avoided in leave-on daytime products.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALASTRINGENTFRAGRANCESKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTINGSOOTHINGTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Traditional wound-healing botanical
  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Hypericin causes pronounced photosensitivity
  • Drug-interaction concerns if absorbed
  • EMA-restricted oral product
  • Skin reactions reported

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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