East-Asian Artemisia species traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Plant extract. Clinically meaningful effect on human skin is not supported by robust evidence; data limited to in vitro / lab models.
Artemisia Capillaris Extract (Korean injin-suk, Japanese inchinko) is an extract of capillary wormwood aerial parts. Contains chlorogenic acid, scoparone, quercetin, essential oils. Claimed mechanism. Anti-inflammatory action via NF-κB suppression and lower IL-6, TNF-α production (in vitro). Antioxidant activity from polyphenols. Traditional East Asian medicine uses it for inflammatory skin conditions, jaundice, allergy. Where applied. K-beauty lines for sensitive and irritated skin (0.1–1%), masks, post-procedure products. Brands: I'm From Mugwort Essence, Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum. Evidence base. In vitro data on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Few clinical RCTs with skin endpoints – small samples, low methodological rigor. Safety. Cross-allergy possible in patients allergic to Asteraceae (mugwort, ragweed, chamomile). In 2–5% of patients with spring pollinosis – contact dermatitis. Patch test before use. Pregnancy and lactation – use with caution. Wormwoods in traditional medicine link to uterine contractions; oral use in pregnancy contraindicated. Topical use at cosmetic concentrations has no direct contraindication, but avoid in the first trimester as a precaution. Particularly suitable for. Mild inflammation, reactive skin, post-procedure recovery. Not for patients with Asteraceae allergy.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
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Safety data for Artemisia Capillaris Extract during pregnancy is insufficient. Best avoided when in doubt.
East-Asian Artemisia species traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory.
The INCI name is Artemisia Capillaris Extract. It may also appear as: Экстракт полыни (artemisia capillaris).
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