What it is
Setaria italica seed extract is obtained from the seeds of foxtail millet, a cereal grain long cultivated in East Asia. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning and humectant ingredient that supports a soft, hydrated feel. It serves as a botanical secondary ingredient and not as a UV filter.
Safety & warnings
Grain-derived extracts of this kind are generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. As with any botanical, sensitization or irritation is possible in sensitive individuals, and a carrier solvent or preservative in the extract may also contribute to reactions.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived; obtained from the seeds of Setaria italica (foxtail millet), a grain crop, typically prepared as a water or glycol-based extract.
Questions everyone asks
What plant does this extract come from?
It comes from Setaria italica, known as foxtail millet, a cereal grain cultivated mainly in East Asia.
What role does it play in sunscreen?
It works as a skin-conditioning and humectant ingredient that supports hydration and skin feel. It does not provide UV protection.