INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 4 products
Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract
Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of common horsetail (Equisetum arvense L., family Equisetaceae). It is assigned CAS number 71011-23-9 and EC number 275-123-8. According to CosIng, its official functions are listed as astringent, emollient, soothing, and tonic. It appears across a wide range of cosmetic product types including hair care, facial toners, serums, and masks.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
plant-extract● Benefits
The extract is recognized for soothing and calming the skin, providing mild emollient (softening) properties, and acting as an astringent to help tighten and tone the skin. It is also noted as a tonic ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
soothingastringentemollientanti-redness
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