Corn (Zea Mays) Kernel Extract
AKA “Zea Mays Kernel Extract
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Corn (Zea Mays) kernel extract
AKA: Zea Mays Kernel Extract
Extract · Binder · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Extract
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Kernel
CAS #
8001-30-7; 66071-96-3; 68525-86-0; 9005-25-8
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Binder
Bulking
Holds Formula Together
Adds Body & Volume
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Brightens Skin
Traditional Use
Corn kernels were traditionally used in Native American and indigenous preparations for skin health and nourishment. The extract concentrates beneficial compounds from kernels historically valued in traditional beauty practices.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Comedogenic
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Final Report of the Safety Assessment of Cosmetic Ingredients Derived from Zea mays (corn)
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Zea Mays (Corn) Fruit
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays (Corn) Germ Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays (Corn) Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays (Corn) Oil Unsaponifiables
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Zea Mays (Corn) Germ Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Zea Mays (Corn) Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR