Fragrance
OCIMUM BASILICUM HERB EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Basil herb extract used for fragrance and mild antimicrobial effects. Contains estragole (potential genotoxin) and eugenol (allergen) — IFRA usage limits apply.
Function
Skin benefits
- Source of eugenol, methyl chavicol, and antioxidants
- Mild antimicrobial activity
- Skin conditioning
- Plant-derived
Known concerns
- Contains methyl chavicol/estragole — potential genotoxic concern at high exposure
- Eugenol is a known fragrance allergen
- IFRA limits apply
- Avoid leave-on at high %
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related fragrances
Same plant / compound family
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