Artemisia Abrotanum Extract
An artemisia extract. The maker links it to skin firmness and density; independent data are limited. Some people may develop contact allergy.
Evidence by route
Topical application
An anti-aging plant extract. Some people may develop contact allergy.
- 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
- Moderate
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Artemisia abrotanum extract (INCI Artemisia Abrotanum Extract), known as southernwood, comes from an aromatic plant. In anti-aging cosmetics it is positioned toward skin firmness and density. It is worth keeping expectations in check. The maker links the extract to firmness and density, but independent data is scarce. Take it as a support component, not as a firming active with solid backing. Applied topically it is not systemically relevant, so in cosmetics it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without issue, though ingesting plants of the Artemisia genus is best avoided. Irritation potential is low, but allergy potential is medium: plants of the Asteraceae family, which includes Artemisia, can trigger a contact reaction in people sensitized to that group. For most it does not happen. If you react to daisies, chrysanthemums or ragweed, patch-test a small area first. There is no data on relevant comedogenicity.
Frequently asked questions
Is Artemisia Abrotanum Extract safe during pregnancy?
Artemisia Abrotanum Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Artemisia Abrotanum Extract for?
Artemisia Abrotanum Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Artemisia Abrotanum Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
An artemisia extract.
What's the INCI name for Artemisia Abrotanum Extract?
The INCI name is Artemisia Abrotanum Extract.
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