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Antioxidant

ARTEMISIA ANNUA (LEAF/STEM)/FICUS CARICA FRUIT/GINKGO BILOBA LEAF EXTRACT

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A triple botanical of sweet wormwood, fig fruit, and ginkgo. Provides strong antioxidant coverage but Ficus psoralens (phototoxic) and Artemisia sensitisation potential keep it in the cautious-Fine band rather than green.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Artemisinin-related antioxidants
  • Ficin enzymes for mild exfoliation
  • Ginkgolides for circulation and antioxidant action
  • Anti-inflammatory phytochemistry

Known concerns

  • Ficus carica psoralens — phototoxicity risk in leave-on
  • Artemisia sesquiterpene lactones can sensitise Asteraceae-allergic users
  • Possible mild cross-reactivity with ragweed allergy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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