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OCIMUM BASILICUM FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS 84775-71-3
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A whole-plant basil extract used for antioxidant and aromatic effects. Generally well tolerated at low cosmetic levels, but the essential-oil fraction contains estragole and fragrance allergens.

Function

TONIC

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Aromatic skin conditioning
  • Traditional culinary herb

Known concerns

  • Basil essential oils contain estragole (methyl chavicol), a potential hepatocarcinogen
  • Possible fragrance-allergen content (linalool, eugenol)
  • Use at restrained levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related skin conditionings

Same plant / compound family

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