Soothing

Mugwort

Plant extract that has long been used in traditional Asian medicine. In K-beauty, it is one of the favorite soothing components for sensitive and reactive skin.

SoothingK-beautySensitive skinAntioxidant

✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Mugwort (полин) — the plant Artemisia Vulgaris or Artemisia Princeps. Contains flavonoids, polyphenols, and essential oils with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. In INCI, it is listed as Artemisia Vulgaris Extract or Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract.

Used in soothing toners, serums, and masks. Especially popular in Korean brands as a component for caring for sensitive and irritation-prone skin.

Key Benefits

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Soothes and reduces redness

Helps to reduce visible redness and soothe irritated skin.

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Antioxidant protection

Flavonoids and polyphenols protect the skin from the effects of free radicals.

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Gentle action for sensitive skin

Well tolerated by reactive skin, rarely causes negative reactions.

Suitable for

Sensitive skinReactive skinSkin with rednessCombination skinOily skin

Main Actions

✓ Soothing✓ Antioxidant protection✓ Reducing redness✓ Anti-inflammatory action

When it may be insufficient

Mugwort is a supportive component. It does not replace targeted actives and works best in combination with other soothing ingredients, such as centella asiatica.

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