| abstract |
(57) [Problem] To provide a novel and safe ultraviolet protective agent containing a plant extract, and a cosmetic composition. The present invention provides an ultraviolet protective agent containing at least one plant extract selected from asteraceae plants, and a cosmetic composition. [Effectiveness] It has an excellent UV protection effect, such as skin erythema reaction (sunburn), pigmentation (santan), photosensitized dermatitis, DNA damage, accelerated aging, pigment abnormality, skin cancer, etc. caused by ultraviolet rays. It can be used for preventing various injuries, keeping skin health and beauty, and preventing and treating diseases related to ultraviolet irradiation. |