Houttuynia cordata water
AKA “Houttuynia water, Fish mint water, Dokudami water”
Mineral
Ingredient Facts
Houttuynia cordata water
AKA: Houttuynia water, Fish mint water, Dokudami water
Mineral · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Soothing
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Mineral
Clean
A fragrant plant extract from Southeast Asia that adds a fresh, herbaceous scent to beauty products.
CAS #
164288-50-0
Form
Liquid
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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.
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Southeast Asian and Chinese skincare as a hydrating, antimicrobial toner or wash for acne-prone and inflamed skin. The whole plant extract was valued for its purifying and cooling properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Redness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR