St. John’s Wort Extract: Soothing Botanical for Sensitive & Irritated Skin Formulations

Molecular Identity

• INCI: Hypericum Perforatum Extract
• Main Constituents: Hypericin, Hyperforin, Flavonoids, Tannins
• Source: Extracted from the flowering tops of Hypericum perforatum (St. John’s Wort), traditionally used for its calming and skin-repairing benefits

Function & Applications

St. John’s Wort Extract is a soothing botanical active used in cosmetic formulations for irritated, sensitive, or post-stressed skin. Known for its calming and reparative properties, it helps improve skin comfort and reduce visible redness:

• Soothing: Calms redness and sensitivity caused by external stressors
• Skin Repair: Supports recovery in dry, cracked, or damaged skin
• Anti-fatigue: Helps revitalize tired, dull-looking skin
• Protective: Strengthens barrier function and reduces discomfort

Applications: calming creams, after-sun lotions, post-shave care, anti-redness serums, and scalp soothing products. Suitable for industrial applications requiring gentle plant-based repair agents.

Typical Usage & Dosage

• Soothing creams & emulsions: 0.5–2%
• Post-stress skincare: up to 3%
• Scalp and rinse-off: 0.3–1%

Water-soluble. Add to aqueous or cool-down phase. Recommended pH: 4.5–6.5.

Technical Highlights

• Standardized for hypericin or total flavonoid content
• Available in glycerin-based and powdered formats
• Preservative-free, vegan, non-GMO
• Processed under low heat to preserve botanical activity

Supplied with full documentation: COA, HPLC, UV-Vis, microbial and heavy metal testing.

Regulatory & Compliance Info

• INCI: Hypericum Perforatum Extract
• Compliant with EU Cosmetic Regulation and REACH
• Cosmetic-grade with traceable sourcing
• Suitable for clean beauty and skin-calming formulations

Why Choose Us / B2B Offer

• Available in bulk quantities from EU warehouse
• Fast EU delivery and low MOQ options
• High-purity extract with consistent phytochemical profile
• Full documentation for technical and regulatory support
• Formulation guidance for soothing and recovery-focused skincare
• B2B pricing adapted to industrial production
• Compliant with industry standards for cosmetic development

Contact us for bulk pricing, samples, or formulation assistance.