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Skin Conditioning

HYPERICUM PERFORATUM FLOWER/TWIG EXTRACT

CAS 84082-80-4 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) extract — anti-inflammatory and wound-healing, but its hypericin causes photosensitivity. Use in evening or rinse-off products only.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALANTIPERSPIRANTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Anti-inflammatory hyperforin and flavonoids
  • Wound-healing positioning
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Hypericin photosensitivity
  • Avoid in daytime UV-exposed products
  • Drug interactions when used systemically

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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