Humulus lupulus (Hops) flower extract

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AKA: Common hops, Hops Flower Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
Plant Part
Flower
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8060-28-4
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.
Antimicrobial
Antiperspirant
Hair Conditioning
Wound Healing
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Traditional Use
The female flower cones of hops have been used in European herbal medicine for their calming and antibacterial properties. Incorporated into traditional skincare formulations for their ability to soothe irritated skin and reduce inflammation.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR