Centaurea cyanus flower water
Centaurea cyanus flower water
CEN
8/10
Concern level
High concern
Aqueous steam-distilled floral water obtained from Centaurea cyanus (cornflower) flowers. In cosmetics it functions primarily as a skin-conditioning, soothing, and sensory botanical water, especially in eye-area and leave-on products. CIR reports it is used at up to 6.1% in eye makeup removers and 5% in leave-on face and neck preparations.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothing
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.00 - 6.50Typical Concentration
0.10% - 6.10%CAS Number: 84012-18-0
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone6/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific ingredient incompatibilities are established; watch for cumulative irritation when combined with fragrance components, essential oils, strong acids, or other sensitizing botanicals., If the formula contains many botanicals, the overall sensitization burden may increase in allergy-prone users.
Risks & Warnings
Generally low risk, but botanical variability means traces of plant constituents can vary by supplier. Potential concerns include rare sensitization or irritation in individuals allergic to Asteraceae/Compositae plants. Use caution in very reactive or allergy-prone skin and avoid use on actively inflamed or broken skin if stinging occurs.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
