Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) extract
AKA “Matricaria Extract”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Chamomilla recutita (Matricaria) extract
AKA: Matricaria Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Soothing | Antioxidant · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84082-60-0
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Europe, Egypt
Plant Source
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Function
Skin Conditioning | Soothing | Antioxidant
Benefits
Quells irritation
Reduces redness
Traditional Use
German chamomile has been used in European folk medicine and traditional herbal preparations for over 2,000 years as a soothing, anti-inflammatory remedy for skin irritation, wounds, and inflammation. Widely employed in medieval European skincare and still valued in contemporary cosmetics for its calming properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Soothing
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR