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Common Name(s): Hordeum vulgare leaf juice,hordeum vulgare (barley) young leaf juice (barley grass) extract

DESCRIPTION

What It Does: Provides antioxidant,sod enzyme,chlorophyll,alkaline mineral rich and skin-conditioning activity from natural plant source.

Why It's Used: Used for its antioxidant,sod enzyme,chlorophyll,alkaline mineral rich activity derived from hordeum vulgare (barley); supports skin health and vitality.

How It Works: Bioactive compounds from hordeum vulgare (barley) young leaf juice (barley grass) — including polyphenols, flavonoids, and plant-specific phytochemicals — deliver antioxidant,sod enzyme,chlorophyll,alkaline mineral rich benefits.

Typically Found In: Green skin care,antioxidant products,detox formulas

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Primary Category: Active ingredient – botanical

Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,antioxidant,botanical active

Application Areas:

Facial Skincare

Body Care

Hair Care

Beard Care

Color Cosmetics (Makeup)

Dietary/Oral Supplements

Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%–5%

SOURCING & ETHICS

Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required

Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required

Source Notes: Extract from hordeum vulgare (barley); natural plant origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]

SKIN COMPATIBILITY

Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low

Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic

Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated; rare botanical sensitivity possible.

Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes

SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY

Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.

Works Well With: Other botanical extracts,antioxidants,humectants

Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities

SCIENTIFIC NOTE

Barley leaf juice contains 2-o-giv — a barley-unique flavone with potent antioxidant activity — and sod enzyme; sod is among the most powerful natural antioxidant enzymes; young barley grass juice is used in both food supplements and cosmetics for its dense antioxidant content.

Last Verified: 2026-03-28

Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary