Echinacea purpurea extract
AKA “Echinacea Extract, Purple Coneflower Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Echinacea purpurea extract
AKA: Echinacea Extract, Purple Coneflower Extract
Extract · Moisturising · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Adaptogen
Extract
Clean
Purple coneflower extract that helps skin stay hydrated and balanced. Known for its skin-conditioning properties, it works as a natural tonic to support your complexion.
Family
Asteraceae (Daisy family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
90028-20-9
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Moisturising
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Tonic
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Native Americans used echinacea for wound healing and immune support; this use was adopted by European herbalists in the 19th century. In modern skincare, it is valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR