Hordeum distichon (Barley) seed flour
AKA “Barley Seed Flour”
Ingredient Facts
Hordeum distichon (Barley) seed flour
AKA: Barley Seed Flour
Botanical · Exfoliant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Exfoliant
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Drying + Milling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
94349-67-4
Form
Powder
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Functions
Exfoliant
Removes dead skin cells so fresh ones can come through. Chemical exfoliants (acids) are generally gentler than physical scrubs.
Bulking
Physical Exfoliant
Adds Body & Volume
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Gently polishes surface
Adds volume
Traditional Use
Ground barley seeds have long been used in traditional beauty treatments across Europe and Asia for gentle exfoliation and skin soothing, dating back to ancient Greek and Roman cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR