Sanctum Leaf Extract

AKA: Holy basil extract, Tulsi extract, Ocimum sanctum
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
OriginHoly basil leaves, native to tropical regions of Central Africa and Southeast Asia, are the primary botanical source. Leaves are typically dried and extracted using solvent extraction or water infusion methods.
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Ocimum sanctum, Labiatae
Plant Part
Leaf
CAS #
91845-35-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
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.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR