Hordeum vulgare root extract
AKA “Barley root extract
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Ingredient Facts
Hordeum vulgare root extract
AKA: Barley root extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Barley root extract naturally conditions and softens skin, helping to lock in moisture and maintain a smooth, supple complexion.
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Root
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
85251-64-5
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Fertile Crescent, Central Asia
Plant Source
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Root
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant | Soothing
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Barley roots were used in traditional folk medicine primarily for digestive and anti-inflammatory applications. Their use in cosmetics is relatively modern, valued for potential skin-soothing compounds.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Antioxidant
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR