Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria)

CHA

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) is the cosmetic INCI for German chamomile-derived botanical ingredients, most commonly flower extract. It is used primarily for soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant support in skincare and haircare. Depending on the extraction method, it can contain flavonoids and sesquiterpenes such as apigenin, chamazulene, and bisabolol-related constituents. Because it is a botanical extract rather than a single purified molecule, composition, molecular weight, and optimal pH are not fixed and vary by supplier and extraction solvent.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

HealingSoothing

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 10.00%

CAS Number: 84082-60-0

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin5/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Potentially problematic with known botanicals in the Asteraceae/Compositae family for allergy-prone users, No specific formulation incompatibilities are established, but very acidic or highly alkaline systems may destabilize some botanical extract constituents, Use caution when combining with strongly sensitizing or exfoliating actives on compromised skin due to additive irritation risk

Risks & Warnings

Main concern is contact allergy/sensitization, especially in people allergic to Asteraceae/Compositae plants (for example ragweed, chrysanthemum, calendula). Rare cases of eye and skin irritation have been reported with some chamomile extracts or concentrated preparations. Use caution on highly reactive or allergy-prone skin, and discontinue if redness, itching, or rash develops.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

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