Essential Oil

Basil (Ocimum Basilicum) Oil

Masking, Tonic, Perfuming
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Masking, Tonic, Perfuming

Purpose

Function

Masking, Tonic, Perfuming
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Restricted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionhigh
Sensitizationhigh
MoSadequate
ConcernModerate
Verdict

Basil essential oil with masking and tonic properties; methyl eugenol content mandates EU Annex III compliance and fragrance allergen labeling; use at restricted concentrations is acceptable

US Note

Basil essential oil; EINECS 283-900-8; naturally contains methyl eugenol regulated under EU Annex III; fragrance allergen disclosure required; COSMOS-compatible

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Essential Oil
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.