Pisum sativum (Pea) extract

AKA: Common Pea, Pea extract
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Extract
Clean
Pisum sativum (pea) extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin protecting. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
CAS #
90082-41-0
Form
Liquid
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Used in traditional European herbalism for skin nourishment and brightening. Pea has been traditionally valued for its protein content and skin-conditioning properties in folk cosmetic preparations.
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Anti-Aging
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR