Humulus lupulus (Hops) cone extract
AKA “Hop, Humulus lupulus, ext.
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Humulus lupulus (Hops) cone extract
AKA: Ext.
Extract · Preservative | Deodorant | Fragrance | Conditioning | Protectant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Preservative
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
Plant Part
Cone
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8007-04-3 / 8060-28-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Europe, Central Asia. Derived from the cone (strobilus) of Humulus lupulus, a climbing plant in the Cannabaceae family native to Europe and Central Asia. Extracted from the plant material using solvent extraction methods to isolate bioactive compounds.
Plant Source
Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
Plant Part
Cone
Function
Preservative | Deodorant | Fragrance | Conditioning | Protectant
Benefits
Antimicrobial
Antiperspirant
Hair Conditioning
Wound Healing
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Traditional Use
Used in traditional European herbalism for centuries as a calming agent and sleep aid. In skincare, hops were valued for their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, and were incorporated into salves and preparations for skin conditions.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Antioxidant
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR