What it is
Artemisia Argyi Leaf Extract is obtained from the leaves of Artemisia argyi, a mugwort species long used in East Asian herbal traditions and now popular in Korean skincare. It is valued as a calming, skin-conditioning botanical and supplies polyphenols and other plant compounds with antioxidant character. In sun-care products it is generally added to support a soothing, comforting feel on the skin.
Safety & warnings
Mugwort is a member of the Asteraceae (daisy) family, and people with known sensitivity to Asteraceae botanicals or mugwort pollen may wish to patch test, as cross-reactivity is possible. At typical cosmetic levels the extract is generally well tolerated. It is a water-type extract rather than an oil and is not associated with comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; a botanical extract prepared from the leaves of the mugwort plant Artemisia argyi.
History
Mugwort has a long history of use in traditional East Asian herbal practice and has more recently become a signature botanical in Korean skincare marketed around calming and comforting claims.
Questions everyone asks
What is Artemisia Argyi Leaf Extract?
It is a mugwort leaf extract used as a soothing, skin-conditioning, and antioxidant botanical, common in Korean skincare.
Who should be cautious with mugwort extract?
People sensitive to plants in the daisy (Asteraceae) family or to mugwort pollen may want to patch test before regular use.