Skin Conditioning
URTICA URENS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Small (annual) stinging nettle whole-plant extract — astringent, antioxidant skin-conditioning ingredient. Properly processed extract avoids the fresh-plant sting; class-typical low risk.
Function
Skin benefits
- Traditional astringent and skin-soothing botanical
- Flavonoid antioxidants
- Mineral-rich plant extract
Known concerns
- Stinging-nettle histamine compounds in fresh material
- Possible irritation in sensitive skin
- Variable phytochemistry
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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