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Yomogi (Japanese Mugwort)

ヨモギ (Yomogi)

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Why source from Japan

Japanese mugwort species, distinct from Korean Artemisia asiatica.

Key spec

Artemisia princeps (mainland) / Artemisia indica (Okinawan Fuchiba) source; INCI Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract; MOQ from 1-100 kg (dried); 100 g – 10 kg (extract).

Typical end-product

Cosmetic extracts (toners, serums) — Soothing, antioxidant-positioned skincare with Japanese herbal storytelling.

At a glance

Suppliers listed
9 suppliers
Typical MOQ
1-100 kg (dried); 100 g – 10 kg (extract)
Regions of origin
Nationwide (mainland); Okinawa (Fuchiba variety)
Category
Medicinal plants
Japan regulatory status
Traditional food and cosmetic ingredient
INCI name
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Japanese name
ヨモギ
Romaji
Yomogi

About this ingredient

Japanese mugwort species, distinct from Korean Artemisia asiatica. Long-standing use in kampo and Okinawan cuisine (Fuchiba).

Regulatory status

JapanTraditional food and cosmetic ingredient
EUCosIng listed
United StatesAcceptable for cosmetics; thujone considerations for essential oil

FAQ for OEM buyers

Q. Where is yomogi sourced from in Japan?

Wild-harvest and cultivated supply spans nationwide for Artemisia princeps, with the fuchiba variety (A. indica) sourced specifically from Okinawa.

Sources

  • Source dossier (provided)

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Q. What is the typical MOQ?

Typical MOQs are 1–100 kg for dried leaf and 100 g–10 kg for hydro-alcoholic extracts.

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Q. Are there thujone considerations to be aware of?

Yomogi essential oil contains thujone, which is subject to use limits in the EU for food and beverages; cosmetic use should consider variety and batch-specific analyses.

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Q. Is leaf extract CosIng-listed for the EU?

Industry references list Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract under CosIng for cosmetic use; verify the latest CosIng entry directly.

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Q. What documentation should buyers request?

Standard requests include COA (marker compounds where specified), thujone content for essential oil, microbiology, pesticide residue, heavy metals, and species (DNA or supplier attestation) verification.

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  • Source dossier (provided)

Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

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

    Sources

  • Steam-therapy products (yomogi-mushi)

    Positioning
    Traditional steam wellness and spa applications
    Formulation notes
    Dried leaf blends; product-safety language must avoid medical claims

    Sources

    • Source dossier (provided)

    Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

  • Herbal teas

    Positioning
    Japanese herbal tea blends
    Formulation notes
    Blend with hojicha or other roasted teas to balance the herbal profile

    Sources

    • Source dossier (provided)

    Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

  • Kusa-mochi confectionery

    Positioning
    Traditional Japanese confectionery using yomogi paste
    Formulation notes
    Cooked leaf paste blended into mochi rice base

    Sources

    • Source dossier (provided)

    Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

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Last updated: 2026-04-24

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