Fragrance
ABIES PECTINATA NEEDLE EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Silver fir needle extract — used as a fragrance and aromatic ingredient. Contains limonene and other conifer terpenes that are EU-declarable fragrance allergens; oxidised forms can sensitise the skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic conifer fragrance
- Mild antimicrobial action from terpene content
- Antioxidant terpenoid profile
Known concerns
- Limonene and pinene-class fragrance allergens (EU Annex III)
- Oxidised conifer terpenes are documented sensitisers
- Fir balsam is a recognised contact allergen
- Trace turpentine-class compounds
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related fragrances
Same plant / compound family
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