What it is
Artemisia Capillaris Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of Artemisia capillaris, a wormwood species used in East Asian herbal tradition. In cosmetics it is included as a calming, skin-conditioning botanical and supplies plant polyphenols associated with antioxidant character. It is typically used as a supporting ingredient to give formulas a soothing feel.
Safety & warnings
As an Asteraceae (daisy family) botanical, this extract can occasionally cause reactions in individuals sensitive to that plant family or to related pollens, so patch testing is sensible for them. At typical cosmetic levels it is generally well tolerated and is not associated with comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; a botanical extract derived from the leaves of the wormwood species Artemisia capillaris.
History
Artemisia capillaris has a long history in traditional East Asian herbal use and appears in modern Asian skincare as a calming botanical.
Questions everyone asks
What is Artemisia Capillaris Leaf Extract used for?
It is used as a soothing, skin-conditioning, and antioxidant botanical in skincare and sun-care formulas.
Is it related to mugwort?
Yes, it comes from another species in the Artemisia (wormwood and mugwort) genus, with a similar calming, botanical role.