Botanical Extract
HYPERICUM PERFORATUM FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT
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 (Hypericum) flower and leaf extract — traditional anti-inflammatory and wound-healing herb, but its hypericin is strongly photosensitising. Best avoided in leave-on daytime products.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hyperforin/hypericin anti-inflammatory and wound-healing
- Traditional skin-soothing use
Known concerns
- Hypericin is photosensitising — sun-exposure risk
- Drug interactions if absorbed
- Photo-genotoxicity concerns at higher exposures
- Pregnancy precaution in herbal use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.