American basil leaf/stem oil
Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT
Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes
Essential oil
✨ Role: Ocimum Americanum leaf/stem oil, also known as basil oil, is used for its antibacterial and soothing properties. It can help purify the skin and provide a refreshing effect.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for topical use in the usual cosmetic concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and therefore vegan.
✨ Worth knowing: Basil essential oil has a distinctive aroma and may also have aromatherapeutic properties. However, it can be irritating to sensitive skin, so a prior skin test is recommended.
Present in: Often used in skin care formulas such as lotions, creams, masks or aromatherapy products.


