INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 12 products
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of Ocimum sanctum (Holy Basil / Tulsi), a plant of the Labiatae family, with CAS number 91845-35-1. According to official CosIng data, its recognized function is skin conditioning. It appears frequently in Ayurvedic-inspired skincare, haircare, and cleansing formulations. The extract is listed under EC number 295-208-3.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
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plant-extract● Benefits
The source lists skin conditioning as the sole officially recognized function for this ingredient. It is commonly found in products targeting clarifying, soothing, and anti-dandruff benefits, though these specific claims are not directly substantiated by the source text.
skin-conditioningsoothinganti-acneantioxidant
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