Plantago major (Plantain) leaf

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AKA: Greater plantain, Plantain Leaf
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Europe, Western Asia. Plantain leaf is derived from Plantago major, a perennial herb native to Europe and Western Asia in the Plantaginaceae family. The leaf is typically dried and then extracted through infusion, decoction, or solvent extraction to obtain its active compounds.
Plantago Major [Plantain] Leaf is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Plantaginaceae (Plantain family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Annual or perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84929-43-1
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Soothing
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Softens & Smooths
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR