Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil
A mugwort essential oil. It adds scent and a soothing feel; some people may develop allergy or irritation.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Moderate
- Pregnancy
- Safe
- Suitable for
- Normal, Dry, Combination, Oily, Sensitive
About this ingredient
Mugwort oil (INCI: Artemisia Vulgaris Oil) is an essential oil from the plant of the same name. In cosmetics it mainly adds fragrance and a calming herbal feel. It is a sensory ingredient, not a treatment active: it does not correct wrinkles, spots or acne. Expectations are worth keeping grounded. Essential oils add scent and use experience, but their evidence as care actives is thin. Here the real value is olfactory, so we judge it as a decorative, aromatic component. Applied topically in cosmetics its systemic passage is negligible, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding, better at low concentrations and in rinse-off or short-contact products. On tolerance: irritation potential is low but allergy potential is medium – it holds volatile compounds that can sensitize predisposed people. Most do not react, though reactive or dermatitis-prone skin should patch test a small area first.
Frequently asked questions
Is Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil safe during pregnancy?
Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil for?
Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil and what does it do in cosmetics?
A mugwort essential oil.
What's the INCI name for Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Oil?
The INCI name is Artemisia Vulgaris Oil. It may also appear as: Mugwort Oil.
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