What it is
Plantago Major Seed Extract is obtained from the seeds and seed husks of Plantago major, which are rich in mucilage polysaccharides. In cosmetics it is used as a conditioning ingredient that can leave a soft film on the skin and contribute to a smoother feel. It is typically used at low levels and is valued as a plant-derived addition to a formula.
Safety & warnings
This seed extract is generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. The mucilage content is the same family of polysaccharides found in psyllium; reactions are uncommon, and any irritation is more often linked to the carrier or preservative system than to the botanical.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; derived from the mucilage-rich seeds of Plantago major, the same plant species whose seed husk is the source of psyllium.
Questions everyone asks
Where does Plantago Major Seed Extract come from?
It is extracted from the seeds of Plantago major, the common or greater plantain, which are naturally high in mucilage polysaccharides.
Does it provide sun protection?
No. It is a conditioning and film-forming botanical and does not act as a UV filter.