Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi) oil

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AKA: Tulsi oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Ayurvedic
Not Clean
OriginNative to India. Derived from the leaves of Ocimum sanctum, a mint family plant native to India and tropical regions. Extracted through steam distillation or solvent extraction of the dried or fresh tulsi leaves.
Ocimum sanctum (tulsi) oil is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Perennial or subshrub
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
91845-35-1
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Antioxidant Protection
Softens & Smooths
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR