Plant Extracts

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract

Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Also known as: Rosemary Extract

Potent plant-derived antioxidant | Soothing agent for skin

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Antioxidant, Skin-Soothing

What Is Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract?

Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, also known as rosemary extract, is a potent plant-derived antioxidant and soothing agent for skin. Research shows it can help protect skin from UV damage, which is a major cause of premature aging. Its main antioxidant compounds are carnosic acid and carnosol.

Clinical Evidence & References

Published Research

  • Eur J Dermatol. 2008 Mar-Apr;18(2):128-35. [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18424370/]
  • J. Agric. Food Chem. 2017, 65 (20), pp 4148–4158 [https://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.jafc.7b01780]
  • J Cosmet Dermatol. 2018;17(5):831–838. [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6165352/]

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Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract is a variant of Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.

A plant extract with purifying and antioxidant properties used in skincare formulations

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