Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the leaves of the Basil, Ocimum basilicum L., Labiatae
What does it do?
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water?
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the leaves of the Basil, Ocimum basilicum L., Labiatae
Is Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water do in cosmetic products?
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Water is 84775-71-3.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010