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ALPINIA ZERUMBET LEAF OIL

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An essential oil from shell ginger leaves, used mainly for its pleasant fragrance in cosmetics.

Alpinia zerumbet (shell ginger) leaf oil is a volatile oil obtained by steam distillation from the leaves of Alpinia zerumbet (Zingiberaceae). It contains terpenes and terpenoids that contribute to its aromatic and potential antioxidant properties. As a fragrance ingredient, it carries inherent risk of skin sensitization common to essential oils. CosIng-listed.

Function

FRAGRANCE

Skin benefits

  • fragrance

Known concerns

  • potential skin sensitization
  • fragrance allergen risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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