Fragrance

Avena Sativa (Oatstraw) Extract

Skin conditioning; fragrance functional (excipient of perfume oils/flavors)
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Skin conditioning; fragrance functional (excipient of perfume oils/flavors)

Purpose

Function

Skin conditioning; fragrance functional (excipient of perfume oils/flavors)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernHigh
Verdict

The CIR Panel noted that because final formulations may contain multiple botanicals sharing the same constituents of concern, formulators should avoid reaching levels that may cause sensitization or other toxic effects. Potential for allergic contact dermatitis in oat-sensitive individuals.. Extracted from the straw (stem) of common oat (Avena sativa L., Poaceae); rich in flavonoids, saponins, and minerals; valued for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties on sensitive or irritated skin

US Note

Allowed - not listed on any FDA prohibited/restricted list; covered under the CIR safety assessment of Avena sativa-derived ingredients, which found these ingredients safe as used in cosmetics

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Fragrance
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.