The ingredient, explained

natural extracts

Natural extracts is a broad source label. It does not identify the organism, plant part or preparation needed to distinguish one cosmetic ingredient from another.

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Ingredient guide

What it is and what it does

About this ingredient: European Commission: Botanical ingredient nomenclature ↗

A verified formulation role is not on file for this name.

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What the research shows

Unspecified source plant, plant part and extraction. Local candidates test identified lemon-balm leaf or Prinsepia polysaccharide preparations, not this broad category.

Research review checked Oct 1, 2026

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Ingredient research is not proof that a product containing this ingredient works.

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