Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) leaf/stem extract

Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) leaf/stem extract 1
AKA: Common Sunflower, Sunflower Leaf/Stem Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Not Clean
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Leaf/Stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84776-03-4, 8001-21-6
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
UV Protection
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Sunflower leaves and stems have been used in traditional European and indigenous medicine for their diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. Historical herbalists valued the plant for treating skin conditions and supporting overall wellness.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Soothing
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR