Holy Basil (Tulsi) Extract - 100% Pure, Water-Soluble | Soothing Skin Active
Basil Extract (Tulsi) is derived from the leaves of Holy Basil (Ocimum basilicum / sanctum) — one of the most sacred plants in Indian culture and Ayurvedic medicine.
Basil Extract (Tulsi) is derived from the leaves of Holy Basil (Ocimum basilicum / sanctum) — one of the most sacred plants in Indian culture and Ayurvedic medicine. Its key compounds — Eugenol, Ursolic Acid, and Rosmarinic Acid — deliver antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties with deep Ayurvedic positioning in the Indian market.
KEY BENEFITS & PROPERTIES
Antibacterial (Eugenol), antioxidant (Rosmarinic Acid), and anti-acne for oily and sensitive Indian skin
Stress-response modulation (adaptogen) and scalp health in haircare formulations
KEY BENEFITS & PROPERTIES
Botanical name/INCI | Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Leaf Extract |
|---|---|
Type | Water-soluble extract |
Appearance | Clear to pale liquid |
pH | 4.0–6.5 |
Shelf life | 1–2 years |
Solubility | Water-soluble |
Key actives | Eugenol, Ursolic Acid, Rosmarinic Acid, Apigenin |
Scent | Mild herbal-spicy |
WHERE CAN YOU USE IT?
Product Type | How It's Used |
|---|---|
Face wash | 2–3% — antibacterial, anti-acne face cleanser with strong Ayurvedic positioning. |
Toner | 2–5% — antibacterial toning for oily and acne-prone skin. |
Serum | 1–3% — antioxidant and antibacterial active in a brightening or anti-acne serum. |
Shampoo | 1–3% — scalp antibacterial and anti-dandruff. |
Face moisturiser | 1–2% — antibacterial moisturiser for oily skin. |
Soap add-in | 1–3% liquid extract in MP base. |
Safety & Storage
Store in dark glass, refrigerate after opening
Shelf life 1–2 years
Always add appropriate preservative when formulating with other water-based ingredients

