Triticum aestivum (Wheat) leaf extract

AKA: Bread Wheat, Wheat Leaf Extract
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Extract
Not Clean
OriginNative to Middle East. Derived from the leaves of wheat (Triticum aestivum), a grass plant native to the Middle East. Extracted from plant material using solvent extraction methods to obtain the concentrated leaf extract.
Triticum Aestivum (Wheat) Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Annual or biennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84012-44-2
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Gluten / Wheat
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Strengthens Barrier
Fights free radical damage
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2025
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR