Cosmetics · Plant extracts
Oenanthe Javanica Extract
セリエキス (Seri ekisu)
Also known as: Seri Extract, Japanese Parsley Extract, Water Dropwort Extract
At a glance
| Category | Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Oenanthe Javanica Extract |
| Japanese labeling name | セリエキス |
| Common Japanese notations | セリエキス, 芹エキス |
| Origin | Plant-derived (Oenanthe javanica) |
| Typical functions | Skin conditioning, Antioxidant |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI labeling name dictionary. Also a traditional edible herb (one of the seven herbs of spring, 春の七草). |
Seri — Oenanthe javanica — is one of the seven traditional herbs of spring (春の七草) featured in Japanese nanakusa-gayu (rice porridge eaten on January 7). As a cosmetic ingredient, seri extract is used in toners and essences, often in product lines with a seasonal or herbal-heritage positioning.
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Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Medicated hair tonics (薬用育毛剤)
- Scalp-care products marketed by Kao
- Quasi-drug scalp lotions and essences
- Hair-loss prevention products for men and women
What it is
Oenanthe javanica extract is produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of Oenanthe javanica leaves and stems. The extract contains flavonoids, polyphenols, and vitamins characteristic of fresh leafy greens.
Typical uses in Japanese products
In cosmetics, seri extract appears in face toners, essences, and scalp care products in small-but-growing use cases.
As food, seri is a late-winter/early-spring herb eaten in hot pots (nabe), tempura, and in nanakusa-gayu.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Cosmetic use is permitted under the JSCI dictionary.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Listed in CosIng. Permitted for cosmetic use. |
|---|---|
| USA | INCI recognized by PCPC. |
| China | Permitted per IECIC listings. |
| Korea | Permitted under KFDA / MFDS; closely related to Korean minari. |
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Related ingredients
References
- JSCI labeling name directory — セリエキス
- EU CosIng entry: Oenanthe Javanica Extract
Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.