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Skin Conditioning

AQUILARIA SINENSIS WOOD EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Chinese agarwood extract — the resinous heartwood of Aquilaria sinensis, prized for fragrance and used for soothing and antioxidant effects. CITES-listed; aromatic terpenes carry mild sensitiser risk.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALSKIN PROTECTINGSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Sesquiterpene aromatic compounds
  • Traditional skin soothing
  • Antioxidant support
  • Fragrance value

Known concerns

  • Aromatic terpenes can sensitize
  • CITES-listed source — sustainability concern
  • Sparse cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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