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Skin Conditioning

OCIMUM BASILICUM HAIRY ROOT CULTURE EXTRACT

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) hairy root culture extract — eugenol and methyl-eugenol are well-documented sensitisers and methyl-eugenol is restricted in the EU as a suspected carcinogen.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Phenylpropanoid antioxidants
  • Mild antimicrobial activity
  • Cell-culture sourcing

Known concerns

  • Eugenol and methyl-eugenol sensitisation
  • Methyl-eugenol EU restriction (suspected carcinogen)
  • Linalool allergen
  • Strict QC and low concentration required

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.