Common Name(s): Chrysanthemum extract,ju hua extract,garden mum
CAS Number: 84775-96-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides luteolin and apigenin anti-inflammatory activity from chrysanthemum's gentle floral extract.
Why It's Used: Gentle anti-inflammatory floral extract with documented anti-allergic activity for sensitive skin formulations with traditional chinese aesthetic appeal.
How It Works: Luteolin inhibits nf-kb and provides mast cell stabilization (anti-allergic). apigenin provides cox inhibition and vasodilation. chlorogenic acid inhibits tyrosinase for mild brightening. combined activity provides comprehensive gentle anti-inflammatory.
Typically Found In: Sensitive skin products,eye area formulas,soothing serums
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ soothing / anti-inflammatory
Secondary Functions: Redness reduction,anti-inflammatory,calming
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from chrysanthemum morifolium flowers
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Non-irritating; ideal for reactive and sensitive skin.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ particularly recommended for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Excellent safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Chrysanthemum morifolium luteolin's mast cell stabilization activity (inhibiting ige-mediated degranulation and histamine release from mast cells) provides a pharmacological rationale for the traditional tcm use of chrysanthemum tea for allergy and hay fever symptoms. topically, this same mast cell-stabilizing activity reduces the immediate hypersensitivity component of sensitive skin reactions.
Last Verified: 2026-03-12
Primary Sources: Cosing database,jiang et al. chrysanthemum luteolin review