INCI name

OCIMUM BASILICUM LEAF EXTRACT

Basil leaf extract

An extract of basil leaves used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Ocimum basilicum leaf extract is an extract of the leaves of sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, of the mint family (Labiatae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, cleansers, shampoos and other skin and hair care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or what the extract contains.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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