What it is
Hordeum Vulgare Extract is derived from barley, a widely cultivated cereal grain. In cosmetic formulas it is included as a skin-conditioning agent that can contribute polysaccharides, amino acids, and minor antioxidant compounds. It is typically used at low concentrations as a supporting botanical rather than a primary functional ingredient.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated in topical use. As a cereal-derived botanical it may be a consideration for individuals with known grain sensitivities, though topical reactions are uncommon. It is not associated with notable comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; obtained from the grain of the barley plant (Hordeum vulgare), a member of the grass family.
Questions everyone asks
What is Hordeum Vulgare Extract?
It is an extract of barley grain used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning botanical.
What does it do in a sunscreen?
It serves as a supporting conditioning agent and is not a UV filter; it does not provide sun protection itself.