Traditional · Kampo botanicals
Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort)
ヨモギ (Yomogi)
Also known as: Artemisia princeps, Artemisia indica (Fuchiba variant), Japanese mugwort
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| Category | Traditional |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract↗ |
| Common Japanese notations | ヨモギ, 蓬, フーチバー (沖縄) |
| Origin | Plant-derived (Artemisia princeps mainland; A. indica Okinawan variety) |
| Typical functions | Antioxidant, Soothing, Skin conditioning |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Long-standing cosmetic and food use; Pharmacopoeia entry for kampo use. |
Yomogi is the Japanese name for mugwort species native to Japan — Artemisia princeps on the mainland and Artemisia indica (locally 'fuchiba') in Okinawa. Distinct from Korean mugwort (Artemisia asiatica), it has strong traditional use in kampo, Okinawan cuisine, cosmetic steams, and confectionery.
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Common OEM product categories
Finished-product categories where Japanese OEM manufacturers commonly formulate with this ingredient.
- Cosmetic extracts
- Steam-therapy products
- Herbal teas
- Kusa-mochi confectionery
Ingredient profile
Artemisia princeps is an aromatic perennial in the Asteraceae family. Leaves contain eupafolin, jaceosidin, rutin, and essential oils including camphor and α-thujone (seasonal variation).
Commercial forms include dried leaf, leaf powder, water/hydro-alcoholic extracts, essential oil (thujone considerations for topical use), and tea bags. The Okinawan fuchiba variety is botanically Artemisia indica, used heavily in Okinawan cuisine.
OEM applications
Cosmetics: soothing and antioxidant positioning; common in steam-therapy products and scalp tonics.
Food: kusa-mochi (yomogi-flavored mochi), soba noodles with yomogi, and fuchiba-jūshī rice dishes in Okinawa.
Kampo: included in multiple traditional formulations; Pharmacopoeia-listed.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Traditional food and cosmetic ingredient; no generic restriction for typical use concentrations.
Essential oil use in leave-on cosmetics should consider thujone content; suppliers provide variety and batch-specific analyses.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | CosIng-listed for leaf extract. Thujone limits for essential oils apply to food and beverages. |
|---|---|
| USA | Acceptable for cosmetics. Supplement category observed for dried leaf and tea forms. |
| Korea | Distinct from Artemisia asiatica (sok) — buyers in K-beauty contexts should confirm species. |
Market reference formulations
Example finished products will be added after verification. Buyers should specify whether Artemisia princeps (mainland) or Artemisia indica (Okinawan fuchiba) is required.
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Quick answers
- What is Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort)?
- Yomogi is the Japanese name for mugwort species native to Japan — Artemisia princeps on the mainland and Artemisia indica (locally 'fuchiba') in Okinawa. Distinct from Korean mugwort (Artemisia asiatica), it has strong traditional use in kampo, Okinawan cuisine, cosmetic steams, and confectionery.
- What is the regulatory status of Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort) in Japan?
- Long-standing cosmetic and food use; Pharmacopoeia entry for kampo use.
- What products typically use Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort)?
- Cosmetic extracts / Steam-therapy products / Herbal teas / Kusa-mochi confectionery
- Where does Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort) come from?
- Plant-derived (Artemisia princeps mainland; A. indica Okinawan variety)
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort)?
- INCI: Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
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FAQ for OEM buyers
Q. What is yomogi?
Yomogi is the Japanese name for native mugwort species — Artemisia princeps on the Japanese mainland and Artemisia indica (locally fuchiba) in Okinawa.
Q. How is yomogi different from Korean mugwort?
Korean mugwort (Artemisia asiatica, locally 'sok') is a related but distinct species used in K-beauty contexts. Buyers should specify the exact species for label and marketing clarity.
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Q. What characteristic compounds are present in yomogi leaves?
Leaves contain flavonoids such as eupafolin, jaceosidin and rutin; the essential oil contains camphor and α-thujone with seasonal variation.
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Q. Is yomogi listed in the Japanese Pharmacopoeia?
Yomogi (gaiyou / 艾葉) is referenced in kampo herbal traditions and pharmacopoeial materials. Buyers using kampo-positioning should confirm the exact monograph alignment with their supplier.
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Use cases
Cosmetic extracts (toners, serums)
- Positioning
- Soothing, antioxidant-positioned skincare with Japanese herbal storytelling
- Formulation notes
- Hydro-alcoholic extracts integrate into aqueous-alcohol toners; control thujone in leave-on essential-oil applications
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Steam-therapy products (yomogi-mushi)
- Positioning
- Traditional steam wellness and spa applications
- Formulation notes
- Dried leaf blends; product-safety language must avoid medical claims
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Herbal teas
- Positioning
- Japanese herbal tea blends
- Formulation notes
- Blend with hojicha or other roasted teas to balance the herbal profile
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Kusa-mochi confectionery
- Positioning
- Traditional Japanese confectionery using yomogi paste
- Formulation notes
- Cooked leaf paste blended into mochi rice base
Sources
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References
- Japanese Pharmacopoeia entries for yomogi (gaiyō, gaiyō-yō)
- Japan Yomogi Association
Last updated: 2026-04-23. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.