A cornflower plant extract. It helps calm skin and reduce redness, common in eye-area products. Well tolerated.
Topical application
BLimited evidence. One RCT or several controlled studies with limitations.
A plant extract. Safe.
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.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
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Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
A cornflower plant extract.
The INCI name is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract. It may also appear as: Экстракт цветков василька синего, Cornflower Extract.
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