Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract)
Saffron extract / Crocus extract
Crocin safranal and picrocrocin; antioxidant; brightening (tyrosinase inhibition); anti-inflammatory; premium price point; India and Iran cultivation; well-tolerated topically; claims of skin brightening require evidence proportionate to claim level
Function & Common Use
Active (brightening / antioxidant)
Active Ingredient
Premium brightening serums luxury Indian cosmetics
Vegetable (saffron stigmas)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) safe to use in skincare?
Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Crocin safranal and picrocrocin; antioxidant; brightening (tyrosinase inhibition); anti-inflammatory; premium price point; India and Iran cultivation; well-tolerated topically; claims of skin brightening require evidence proportionate to claim level
Is Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) allowed in India?
Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) used for in cosmetics?
Saffron Extract (Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract) functions as: Active (brightening / antioxidant). It is commonly found in: Premium brightening serums luxury Indian cosmetics.
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