Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) sprout extract

Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) sprout extract 1
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Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) sprout extract 2
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AKA: Common Sunflower, Sunflower Sprout Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to North America. Derived from sunflower sprouts in the Asteraceae family, primarily cultivated in North America. Extracted from sprout tissue using solvent extraction methods to concentrate bioactive compounds.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Sprout Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Sprout
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84776-03-4 / 8001-21-6
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2023
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR