Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract

Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as an astringent, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 162 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCENTAUREA CYANUS FLOWER EXTRACT
FunctionASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number84012-18-0
EC number281-664-0
Prevalence162 products (0.17% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches40

Used in

Makeup Removers 17.3%Toners 12.3%Eye Moisturizers 9.3%Serums 6.8%Face Cleansers 5.6%General Moisturizers 4.9%

Frequently asked

What does Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract do in skincare?
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract functions as an astringent, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (17.3% of its uses).

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