OCIMUM BASILICUM SEED EXTRACT
Antioxidant
Good
About OCIMUM BASILICUM SEED EXTRACT
An extract from basil seeds — packed with antioxidants and used to hydrate and protect the skin. Basil is a well-known culinary herb with a solid safety profile.
Detailed Analysis
Ocimum Basilicum Seed Extract is derived from the seeds of sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum, Lamiaceae). Basil seeds are rich in polysaccharides (particularly xylose and glucuronic acid-containing mucilage), flavonoids, and phenolic compounds with antioxidant properties. The CIR Expert Panel has reviewed Ocimum basilicum-derived ingredients and found them safe for cosmetic use. The seed mucilage provides hydrating and film-forming properties. Listed in CosIng as an antioxidant with no EU restrictions or GHS hazards.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Antioxidant protection from flavonoids and phenolic acids
- ✓ Hydrating properties from seed mucilage polysaccharides
- ✓ Film-forming agent that helps retain moisture
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Potential for contact sensitization in rare cases, particularly in individuals sensitive to Lamiaceae family plants
- ⚠ Some basil species contain estragole, though seed extracts typically have negligible amounts
Safety Score
Good
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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