Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
A willow herb extract with tannins. It soothes and reduces redness in sensitive skin. Well tolerated.
Evidence by route
Topical application
A soothing 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
Willowherb extract (INCI Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract) comes from the flowers, leaves and stems of fireweed. In a formula it works as a soothing ingredient: it contains tannins and the polyphenol oenothein B, credited with reducing redness and supporting sensitive, reactivity-prone skin. On efficacy this is a supporting botanical ingredient with a decent reputation in products for redness-prone and rosacea skin. Some lab data shows anti-inflammatory activity, but clinical studies are limited, so realistically expect a mild soothing contribution to a formula. Used topically the extract has no systemic relevance, so it can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding without restriction. Tolerance is good. The irritation and allergy potential is low, which suits sensitive and rosacea-prone skin. Most people show no reaction.
Frequently asked questions
Is Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe during pregnancy?
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What skin types is Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract for?
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
What is Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract and what does it do in cosmetics?
A willow herb extract with tannins.
What's the INCI name for Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract?
The INCI name is Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract. It may also appear as: Willow Herb Extract.
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