Basil water

Basil water

INCI OCIMUM BASILICUM LEAF WATERRole Skin conditioning

Steam distillate obtained from the leaves of the Roman basil, an aromatic plant of plant origin. Used in cosmetics as a skin care agent and as a fragrance in formulations.

Skin conditioningPerfuming
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.

Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
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