Piper methysticum extract

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AKA: Kava Extract, Kava-Kava Extract, Ava Extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Piper Methysticum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Piperaceae (Pepper family)
Lifeform
Perennial or rhizomatous geophyte
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
84696-40-2
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.
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Softens and smooths skin
Traditional Use
Kava has been used for over 3,000 years in Pacific Island cultures, particularly in Vanuatu, Fiji, and Samoa, as a ceremonial drink and traditional medicine for relaxation and social bonding. In skincare, it is a modern application exploring its potential anti-inflammatory properties.
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
Irritation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️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