Perilla frutescens (Shiso) leaf oil

Perilla frutescens (Shiso) leaf oil 1
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AKA: Beefsteak plant, Shiso leaf oil
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Perilla frutescens (shiso) leaf oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming.
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
90082-61-4
Form
Oil
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Adds Fragrance
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Japanese traditional medicine for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cooling properties. Historically applied in Asian skincare and used as a flavor and preservative in food and beauty preparations.
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR