Basil extract
Ingredient type:PLANT EXTRACTS
✨ Role: Ocimum Basilicum extract, or basil extract, is primarily used for its soothing and antioxidant properties. It helps protect the skin against free radical damage and reduce signs of skin stress.
Ingredient type: Water-soluble
⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for cutaneous use, but as with any plant extract, patch testing is recommended to avoid individual allergic reactions.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and suitable for vegan formulations.
✨ Please note: Although basil extract is generally well tolerated, it can sometimes cause skin reactions in people sensitive to plants in the Lamiaceae family. It also offers a slight ability to control sebum production, which can be beneficial for oily and combination skin.
Found in: Often found in moisturizers, soothing serums, face masks and toners.
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