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ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM FLOWER/ALTHAEA OFFICINALIS ROOT/CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA FLOWER/HYPERICUM PERFORATUM FLOWER/SALVIA OFFICINALIS LEAF/TUSSILAGO FARFARA LEAF EXTRACT.

Valuable CAS - / HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

This botanical complex, featuring Yarrow, Marshmallow, Chamomile, St. John's Wort, Sage, and Coltsfoot, provides multi-targeted skin conditioning. It offers potent soothing, antioxidant, astringent, and moisturizing benefits for diverse skin types.

Summary

skin-conditioning soothing antioxidant astringent moisturizing

Science

Mechanism of Action

The blend delivers anti-inflammatory action via flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactones while Marshmallow's mucilage offers humectant moisturizing. Tannins from Sage and Yarrow provide astringent effects, complemented by St. John's Wort's regenerative support and broad antioxidant protection.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 0.5–10%
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 Achillea millefolium (Yarrow) extracts exhibit anti-inflammatory and skin-firming properties, with effective conditioning observed from 0.5-10%.
  2. 02 Chamomile and Marshmallow combination clinically improves skin barrier hydration and aids in inflammatory conditions.
  3. 03 Hypericum perforatum (St. John's Wort) extracts demonstrate efficacy in wound healing and stimulating cell proliferation at 2-5%.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Highly sensitive to heat, requiring addition during the cooling phase (below 40°C). Light-sensitive components like Hypericum and Chamomilla necessitate opaque packaging.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Highly alkaline environments (pH > 7.5)
  • Cationic surfactants (risk of mucilage precipitation)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
10%
Sensitization risk Low

Individual components are safe when formulated to be non-sensitizing. Trace levels of thujone (Sage) and hypericin (St. John's Wort) are typically below toxicological concern in cosmetic applications.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

This multi-botanical extract is a valuable ingredient, offering significant skin conditioning, soothing, and regenerative properties with high compatibility and low risk of irritation.

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