What it is
Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract is derived from the seeds of common (proso) millet, a cereal grain. In cosmetics it is used as a botanical conditioning ingredient that can contribute antioxidant character and a smooth feel, and millet-derived materials are sometimes associated with hair and scalp products as well. It is typically used at low levels within a formula.
Safety & warnings
Millet seed extract is generally well tolerated in topical products. Individuals with grain sensitivities or reactive skin may wish to patch test as a precaution.
Origin & sourcing
Botanical, obtained from the seeds of Panicum miliaceum (common millet).
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from the seeds of common millet, Panicum miliaceum, a cereal grain.
What does millet seed extract do in skincare?
It acts as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant-type ingredient; it is not a UV filter.