Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
A cornflower plant extract. It helps calm skin and reduce redness, common in eye-area products. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A 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
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract (INCI: Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract), or cornflower, is a classic of eye-area products. It brings flavonoids and anthocyanins and is used as a soothing and conditioning ingredient, often as a floral water. On efficacy, let's stay realistic. Cornflower water for the eyes has tradition behind it, but solid clinical data are scarce. It works as a supporting ingredient that improves the feeling of comfort and freshness; it is not a strong anti-inflammatory active. Much of its value is sensory and textural. Applied topically it has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without concern. Tolerance is good: irritation and allergy are low, suitable for sensitive skin and the eye area. Most people show no reaction at usual concentrations.
Frequently asked questions
Is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract safe during pregnancy?
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract for?
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A cornflower plant extract.
What's the INCI name for Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract?
The INCI name is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract. It may also appear as: Cornflower Extract.
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