Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Angelica Keiskei Extract
アシタバエキス (Ashitaba ekisu)
Also known as: Ashitaba Extract, Tomorrow Leaf Extract
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| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Angelica Keiskei Extract↗ |
| Japanese labeling name | アシタバエキス |
| Common Japanese notations | アシタバエキス, 明日葉エキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (Angelica keiskei, ashitaba) |
| Typical functions | Skin conditioning, Antioxidant |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Also consumed as a food and used in supplements. |
Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) is a hardy perennial native to the Izu Islands and Pacific-facing coasts of central Japan. The name means "tomorrow's leaf," reflecting the plant's rapid regeneration after harvest. The extract carries a distinctive bitter-green character and is used across cosmetic, food, and supplement categories.
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Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Face toners and essences
- Scalp care
- Functional food and supplements
Ingredient profile
Angelica keiskei extract is produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of Angelica keiskei leaves, stems, or roots. The extract contains chalcones including xanthoangelol and 4-hydroxyderricin — compounds relatively unique to this species — along with flavonoids, coumarins, and vitamins.
The chalcone content is a distinguishing feature versus other Angelica species; ashitaba-derived chalcones have been studied in food and supplement contexts under Japanese functional food research.
OEM applications
In cosmetics, ashitaba extract appears in face toners, scalp products, and some essences, often positioning around vitality and freshness themes.
In food, ashitaba leaves are eaten as a leaf vegetable and used in green juice (aojiru) blends. Powdered ashitaba is a common supplement format.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Cosmetic use is permitted under the JSCI dictionary. Food uses are regulated under the Food Sanitation Act.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng. Permitted for cosmetic use. Food uses may fall under Novel Food regulation for specific preparations. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. |
| China | Permitted per IECIC listings. |
| Korea | Permitted under KFDA / MFDS for cosmetic use. |
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Quick answers
- What is Angelica Keiskei Extract?
- Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) is a hardy perennial native to the Izu Islands and Pacific-facing coasts of central Japan. The name means "tomorrow's leaf," reflecting the plant's rapid regeneration after harvest. The extract carries a distinctive bitter-green character and is used across cosmetic, food, and supplement categories.
- What is the regulatory status of Angelica Keiskei Extract in Japan?
- Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name dictionary. Also consumed as a food and used in supplements.
- What products typically use Angelica Keiskei Extract?
- Face toners and essences / Scalp care / Functional food and supplements
- Where does Angelica Keiskei Extract come from?
- Plant-derived (Angelica keiskei, ashitaba)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Angelica Keiskei Extract?
- INCI: Angelica Keiskei Extract / JSCI: アシタバエキス
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. Is Angelica Keiskei Extract listed in CosIng?
Yes, 'Angelica Keiskei Extract' is in the CosIng database as a skin-conditioning ingredient. The plant is also widely used in food and supplement applications under separate regulatory frameworks.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- CosIng database — INCI: Angelica Keiskei Extract
Q. What marker compounds are commonly highlighted by suppliers?
Suppliers often reference chalcone-class compounds (e.g., xanthoangelol, 4-hydroxyderricin) characteristic of Angelica keiskei in supplier marketing literature. Quantitative marker data should be requested on the COA for differentiated positioning.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- PubChem — Xanthoangelol entry
- PubChem — 4-Hydroxyderricin entry
Q. Can supplement claims about ashitaba be reused on cosmetic packaging?
No — supplement claims (often related to vitality, antioxidant function) are regulated under the CAA Foods with Function Claims (FFC) or general supplement frameworks and cannot transfer to cosmetic products. Cosmetic claims must stay within the recognized cosmetic claim range.
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- Consumer Affairs Agency (Consumer Affairs Agency, CAA) — Foods with Function Claims (FFC)
- 厚生労働省 (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) — Cosmetic Claim Guidelines (Pharmaceutical Affairs Act)
Q. What Angelica species are commonly confused with Angelica keiskei?
Angelica acutiloba (Toki) and Angelica sinensis (Dong Quai) are different species with separate INCI names and historical/medical uses; mixing up species is a common labeling error. Always verify the supplier's species identification (botanical voucher / DNA documentation if needed).
Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26
- CosIng database — INCI: Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract / Angelica Sinensis Root Extract
Use cases
Facial toner
- Positioning
- Vitality/freshness-themed daily toner with green-botanical narrative
- Typical usage level
- 0.5–3%
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese heritage-botanical skincare
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Scalp lotion
- Positioning
- Vitality-themed scalp tonic (cosmetic-claim range)
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese scalp-care market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Essence / serum
- Positioning
- Antioxidant-positioning skincare essence (within cosmetic claim limits)
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese essence segment
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
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References
- JSCI (Japanese Cosmetic Industry Association) labeling name directory — アシタバエキス
- EU CosIng entry: Angelica Keiskei Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.