INCI name

CENTAUREA CYANUS FLOWER EXTRACT

Cornflower extract

An extract of cornflower blossoms.

What it is

Centaurea cyanus flower extract is obtained from the flowers of the cornflower (Centaurea cyanus). CosIng lists it as astringent and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in eye-area products, toners, micellar waters and face care.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method, the solvent used or how concentrated the extract is.

Functions

Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (55)

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