(ARNICA MONTANA/CALENDULA OFFICINALIS/MATRICARIA CHAMOMILLA) FLOWER EXTRACT

Conditioning Agent

68

Moderate

About (ARNICA MONTANA/CALENDULA OFFICINALIS/MATRICARIA CHAMOMILLA) FLOWER EXTRACT

A blended floral extract combining three well-established anti-inflammatory botanicals commonly used in wound care and sensitive skin formulations, though all three plants contain at least one documented fragrance allergen or sensitizer.

Detailed Analysis

This ternary extract combines Arnica montana (EU Annex III restricted to ≤0.5% in body lotions and prohibited in oral products), Calendula officinalis (marigold), and Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile). Each plant contains documented allergens: helenalin in arnica is a sesquiterpene lactone allergen; chamazulene and farnesene in chamomile are fragrance allergens; and Calendula contains sensitizing terpenoids. The combination is nonetheless widely used in cosmetics for wound-healing and anti-inflammatory claims, and individual safety assessments support use at low concentrations per EU practice.

What It Does

SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Arnica reduces bruising and inflammation when appropriately diluted
  • ✓ Calendula supports wound healing and soothes irritated skin
  • ✓ Chamomilla provides anti-inflammatory and calming benefits
  • ✓ Combined extract offers broad-spectrum skin-conditioning

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Arnica montana is EU Annex III restricted (≤0.5% in body products, oral prohibition)
  • ⚠ All three constituent plants contain documented contact allergens
  • ⚠ Sesquiterpene lactones (arnica) are frequent allergy triggers
  • ⚠ Chamomile cross-reactivity risk for Asteraceae-sensitive individuals

Safety Score

68

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.