Skip to content

Fragrance

ABIES BALSAMEA BARK OIL

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Canada balsam fir bark oil — a warm, resinous fragrance ingredient with centuries of perfumery use. Generally well tolerated at low levels, but the pinene-rich profile means it can sensitise sensitive skin if it oxidises.

Function

FRAGRANCESKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Resinous balsamic fragrance
  • Mild antimicrobial activity
  • Long history of perfumery use

Known concerns

  • Contains alpha-pinene and limonene allergens
  • Can sensitise on prolonged exposure
  • Oxidation increases irritation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related fragrances

70
1,1-DIMETHYL-2-PHENYLETHYL ISOBUTYRATE
Fragrance
 70
1,2-DIHYDROLINALOOL
Fragrance
 70
2-DECENOL
Fragrance
 70
4-FORMYL-2-METHOXYPHENYL ISOBUTYRATE
Fragrance
 70
ABIES PECTINATA EXTRACT
Fragrance
 70
ABIES PECTINATA LEAF EXTRACT
Fragrance
 70
ABIES SPECTABILIS BRANCH/LEAF OIL
Fragrance
 70
ACACIA DECURRENS FLOWER EXTRACT
Fragrance

Same plant / compound family

50
ABIES BALSAMEA BALSAM EXTRACT
Fragrance
 65
ABIES BALSAMEA EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 60
ABIES BALSAMEA NEEDLE EXTRACT
Fragrance
 60
ABIES BALSAMEA NEEDLE OIL
Fragrance
 52
ABIES BALSAMEA RESIN
 62
Abies balsamea oil and extract
Fragrance

Check your shelf

Find ABIES BALSAMEA BARK OIL in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains ABIES BALSAMEA BARK OIL and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.