Humulus lupulus (Hops) stem extract

AKA: Common hops, Hops Stem Extract
Plant-Derived
Barrier Support
Extract
Not Clean
Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
Plant Part
Stem
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8060-28-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Less commonly used than the cone, but part of traditional preparations in European herbalism. Applied topically in folk medicine for its mild astringent and skin-conditioning properties.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
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