Skin Conditioning
NASTURTIUM OFFICINALE FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Watercress flower and leaf extract — rich in vitamin C and sulfur compounds. Used as an antioxidant, skin-conditioning ingredient. Generally well tolerated; pungent compounds can occasionally irritate sensitive skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant (vitamin C, glucosinolates)
- Skin-conditioning
- Traditional tonic herb
- Source of isothiocyanates
Known concerns
- Pungent volatiles can irritate sensitive skin
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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