Conditioning Agent
HYPOCHOERIS RADICATA FLOWER EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Extract from catsear flowers — a common meadow plant in the daisy family used for skin conditioning.
Hypochoeris Radicata (catsear/flatweed) Flower Extract comes from the flowers of Hypochoeris radicata (Asteraceae). CosIng-listed for skin conditioning. Catsear contains flavonoids, phenolic acids, and sesquiterpene lactones. As an Asteraceae member, it may cross-react with ragweed/daisy allergies. Limited cosmetic-specific research but the plant has traditional use in herbal medicine. No GHS codes or restrictions.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
- Flavonoid antioxidants
Known concerns
- Asteraceae family — cross-reactivity with ragweed/daisy allergies
- Sesquiterpene lactones may be sensitizing
- Limited cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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