OCIMUM BASILICUM EXTRACT

Antioxidant

78

Good

About OCIMUM BASILICUM EXTRACT

Sweet basil extract — an antioxidant-rich botanical with soothing properties. Contains some estragole, so usage levels in cosmetics are monitored.

Detailed Analysis

Ocimum Basilicum Extract contains rosmarinic acid, eugenol, linalool, and estragole (methyl chavicol). IFRA restricts estragole in cosmetics due to suspected genotoxic properties. The extract form has lower volatile concentrations than the essential oil.

What It Does

ANTIOXIDANT HAIR CONDITIONING SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Strong antioxidant from rosmarinic acid
  • ✓ Anti-inflammatory
  • ✓ Skin conditioning

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Contains estragole — suspected genotoxin
  • ⚠ IFRA restricts estragole to <0.012% in leave-on products
  • ⚠ Potential sensitization from eugenol

Safety Score

78

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.