What it is
This extract is obtained from the seeds of Perilla ocymoides, an aromatic herb in the mint family widely grown in East Asia and known as shiso or perilla. The seeds are rich in fatty acids and polyphenolic compounds, and the extract is used in skincare as a conditioning botanical often promoted for soothing and antioxidant-associated properties. It is typically included at modest levels to support a plant-based, gentle formula positioning.
Safety & warnings
Perilla is a member of the mint family and can contain aromatic constituents; while seed extracts are generally well tolerated, individuals with plant or fragrance sensitivities may wish to patch test. It is not classified among the standard regulated fragrance allergens, but rare individual reactions are possible.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is extracted from the seeds of Perilla ocymoides, a culinary and medicinal herb cultivated across Japan, Korea, China, and other parts of Asia.
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from the seeds of Perilla ocymoides, the herb known as shiso or perilla, commonly grown in East Asia.
Why is perilla seed extract used in skincare?
It is used as a conditioning botanical and is often promoted for soothing and antioxidant-associated properties from its natural polyphenols and fatty acids.