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Natural ingredients have been used from ancient times for skincare purposes. Nowadays, they are becoming more common in formulations, due to consumers concerns about synthetic ingredients or chemical substances. The use of bioactive extracts from a variety of plant in cosmetics are for two purposes such as body care and also influence the biological functions of the skin, providing the nutrients for the healthy skin. Generally, plant extracts are a rich source of vitamins, antioxidants, essential oils, hydrocolloids, proteins, terpenoid, and other bioactive compounds. According to their composition, these extracts can provide different properties. Nigella sativa also called black cumin and kalonji is an annual flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae. It contains many bioactive like thymoquinone, thymohydroquinone, dithymoquinone, thymol, etc. Along with pharmacological activities it also provides cosmetic activities like sun protection; anti-skin pigmentation, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial etc. Thymoquinone is the main constituent of N.Sativa seed responsible for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties. It can improve skin complexion, boost the production of melanin, help to decline in skin hyperpigmentation, and cure pimple by antibacterial property. N.sativa extract helps to brightening the skin. The current review highlights the potential use and benefits of Nigella sativa in cosmetic formulation.