A plant extract often used as an antioxidant.
What it is
Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract is obtained from rosemary leaves. Extracts rich in carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid help protect oils in the formula from going rancid; some extracts also contribute scent.
Where it is used
Products with plant oils, creams, hair care and natural-positioned cosmetics.
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 say whether the extract is used as an antioxidant or for other properties.
Functions
- Antimicrobial
- Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- 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.
Products with this ingredient (499)
- Hydrogel Augenpads · ISANA
- Revolution Colour Filter Correcting Concealer · Revolution
- I Heart Revolution Tasty Coconut Lip Mask · Revolution
- Maybelline Serum Lipstick · Maybelline
- Fondotinta Miracle Second Skin · Max Factor
- Miracle Second Skin Foundation · Max Factor
- Triple Glow Radiance Elixir · Lumene
- Pure Glow Cleansing Balm · Lumene
- Radiant Youth Day Cream SPF30 · Lumene
- Eye Cream · Lumene
- Radiant Youth Night Cream · Lumene
- Nordic Berry Curl Mascara Waterproof · Lumene