Rosmarinus Officinalis Water – Cosmetic Uses in Skin and Hair Care

What Is Rosmarinus Officinalis Water?

Rosmarinus Officinalis Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis L., a member of the Lamiaceae family.

It is one of several cosmetic ingredients derived from rosemary, alongside rosemary extracts, flower extracts, leaf extracts, leaf water, leaf oil, and other plant-derived materials.

Cosmetic Applications

Rosemary-derived ingredients are used in a wide variety of cosmetic and personal care products. Rosmarinus Officinalis Water can be incorporated into formulations such as:

• Shampoos and hair conditioners
• Skin care products
• Cleansing products
• Shaving products
• Bath products
• Makeup
• Suntan products
• Personal cleanliness products
• Hair treatments and permanent-wave products

As a botanical water, it can also contribute to the sensory and botanical profile of a formulation.

Safety Considerations

Rosemary and rosemary-derived ingredients have a long history of use. Depending on the formulation and intended use, safety assessment may include consideration of skin and eye irritation, allergenicity, phototoxicity, photoallergenicity, and mutagenicity.

Ingredient Information

INCI: Rosmarinus Officinalis Water
Botanical Source: Rosmarinus officinalis L.
Plant Family: Lamiaceae

References

Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Natural Ingredients (Dweck Books 4) . Dweck Data.