Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge A Deux Rangs
Hordeum Distichon (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge A Deux Rangs
HOR
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Botanical extract from two-row barley. In skincare, barley extract is used as a conditioning and antioxidant-support ingredient, and in some formulas it may contribute soothing or skin-comfort benefits. It is generally a low-risk plant extract, but barley-derived materials can be relevant for users with cereal allergies or gluten sensitivity concerns.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.10% - 5.00%CAS Number: 94349-67-4
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin6/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No well-established ingredient-specific interactions, Use caution in formulas with multiple cereal-derived botanicals for users with barley or cereal allergies
Risks & Warnings
Low overall risk in cosmetics, but plant-extract allergy is possible. Barley-derived ingredients may be a concern for people with known cereal/barley allergy. Topical gluten transfer is not usually a major issue in cosmetics, but contaminated raw materials or highly sensitized users warrant caution.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
