St. John’S Wort

The Basics On St. John’S Wort

What is St. John’S Wort?

Contains several components that are harmful to skin in the presence of sunlight.

What are other names for St. John’S Wort?

HYPERICUM PERFORATUM, HYPERICUM PERFORATUM (ST. JOHN’S WORT), ST JOHNS WORT (HYPERICUM PERFORATUM), and ST. JOHN’S WORT

What is St. John’S Wort used for?

John’s wort also has antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral properties. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it has been applied to the skin to help heal wounds and burns. St. John’s wort is one of the most commonly purchased herbal products in the United States.

How St. John’S Wort is classified

Antioxidants, Plant Extracts

Recommendations for using St. John’S Wort during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

St. John’S Wort During Pregnancy

What we know about using St. John’S Wort while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about St. John’S Wort from CIR

These ingredients function in cosmetics as skin-conditioning agents – miscellaneous and antimicrobial agents. The Panel reviewed relevant animal and human data related to the Hypericum perforatum-derived ingredients. Because formulators may use more than one botanical ingredient in a formulation, caution was urged to avoid levels of toxicological concern for constituent chemicals and impurities. The Panel concluded that hypericum perforatum-derived ingredients were safe as cosmetic ingredients in the practices of use and concentration as described in this safety assessment.

Use this, not that!

Products where you might find St. John’S Wort

SUSANNE KAUFMANN St. John’s Wort Bath ; Mario Badescu Glycolic Foaming Cleanser; Christophe Robin – Cleansing Mask With Lemon; Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30