Very Disliked
Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
Essential Oil
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts used to give products a natural scent and sometimes offer plant-based benefits. They're a common source of fragrance-related irritation and allergic reactions, especially for sensitive or compromised skin.
Explained
This ingredient is also known as basil oil or basil essential oil. It is primarily used to add a fragrance or mask the odor of other ingredients.
The main bioactive compounds in it are linalool and eugenol. These are EU-regulated fragrance allergens; this just means a small percentage of people with existing fragrance sensitivities should patch test.
In-vitro studies have demonstrated activity against acne-causing bacteria.
See all 209 products with Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Users who like it
8%
Users who avoid it
92%
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Tonic
Used remove soap residues and moisturize
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
35576
INCI Name
OCIMUM BASILICUM OIL
EC #
 283-900-8 / -
All Functions
Masking, Tonic
