Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge

HOR

7/10

Concern level

High concern

Botanical extract derived from the barley plant (Hordeum vulgare). In cosmetics, it is primarily used as a skin-conditioning, soothing, and antioxidant-support ingredient, especially in leave-on skin care, makeup, and hair care products. As a plant extract, its composition varies by source and extraction method, so it functions as a complex mixture rather than a single defined chemical.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

HealingMoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 1.50%

CAS Number: 85251-64-5

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin7/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin5/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No well-established direct ingredient incompatibilities are known, Use caution with other products that contain multiple botanical extracts if you have a history of plant allergies, If irritation occurs, avoid layering with strong exfoliating acids or retinoids until skin calms

Risks & Warnings

Main concern is potential sensitivity in people with barley or cereal grain allergies, including rare contact urticaria or eczema. Because botanical extracts are complex mixtures, composition can vary and occasional irritation or sensitization is possible. No specific pregnancy contraindication is established for topical cosmetic use, but use should be avoided on compromised or highly reactive skin if irritation occurs.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

CLINIQUE

Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing Gel for Skin Barrier Repair

Origins