Humulus lupulus (Hops) stem extract
AKA “Hop, Humulus lupulus, ext.
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Humulus lupulus (Hops) stem extract
AKA: Ext.
Extract · Preservative · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Preservative
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Cannabaceae (Hemp family)
Plant Part
Stem
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8060-28-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Preservative
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Deodorant
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Protectant
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Less commonly used than the cone, but part of traditional preparations in European herbalism. Applied topically in folk medicine for its mild astringent and skin-conditioning properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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