Perilla frutescens (Shiso) leaf oil

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AKA: Beefsteak plant, Shiso leaf oil
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Plant Oil
Not Clean
OriginNative to East Asia, Japan. Derived from the leaves of Perilla frutescens, an aromatic plant in the mint family native to East Asia. Extracted through steam distillation or solvent extraction of the fresh or dried shiso leaves.
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
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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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