Mugwort (Artemisia): effective % & pH 쑥
⚡ Quick answer: Mugwort (Artemisia): effective concentration varies (extract; essences often listed very high, e.g. 90%+), optimal pH 5.0–6.5, evidence Limited. '100% mugwort' style claims mean the water phase is mugwort extract, not that it's a high-strength active — read it as a gentle soothing base.
How much Mugwort (Artemisia) actually works? Here's the dosage, pH and evidence — the formulator-level read behind the % on a Korean label.
| Effective % | varies (extract; essences often listed very high, e.g. 90%+) |
|---|---|
| Optimal pH | 5.0–6.5 |
| Evidence | Limited |
| Onset | 2–4 weeks (soothing look) |
What the % on the label really means
'100% mugwort' style claims mean the water phase is mugwort extract, not that it's a high-strength active — read it as a gentle soothing base.
⚠️ Ceiling: A high mugwort % reflects a watery extract base, not concentrated potency; more doesn't mean stronger calming.
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