Achillea Millefolium Extract
A yarrow plant extract. It helps calm skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A soothing plant extract. Safe.
- CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
How to read tiers A–F
- BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Achillea Millefolium Extract is the plant extract of yarrow. It provides flavonoids, tannins and essential oils, with a make-up linked to a soothing and mildly astringent effect. In cosmetics it is used to comfort the skin, especially in products for reactive or combination skin. As an active it is supporting. It has some traditional grounding as a soothing plant, but specific clinical data in cosmetics are limited. Reasonable as a secondary ingredient that helps calm and balance the feel of the skin, not as a treatment active with a marked effect. For topical use it is not meaningfully absorbed, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without restriction. Tolerance is good: irritation and allergy potential are low, with no comedogenicity rating. It suits sensitive and oily skin. One note: yarrow belongs to the Asteraceae family, so people allergic to that family (daisy, chamomile, ragweed) could react; in that case it is better to avoid it or patch-test a small area first.
Frequently asked questions
Is Achillea Millefolium Extract safe during pregnancy?
Achillea Millefolium Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Achillea Millefolium Extract for?
Achillea Millefolium Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Achillea Millefolium Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A yarrow plant extract.
What's the INCI name for Achillea Millefolium Extract?
The INCI name is Achillea Millefolium Extract. It may also appear as: Yarrow Extract.
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