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Fragrance

CHAMAECYPARIS OBTUSA FRUIT/LEAF/WOOD OIL

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Hinoki cypress essential oil — an aromatic, woody, slightly resinous oil central to Japanese bath and skincare tradition. Modern toxicology is thin and terpene-driven sensitization is the main concern.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTBLEACHINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN PROTECTINGSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • Distinctive Hinoki cypress fragrance
  • Antioxidant terpene constituents
  • Antimicrobial activity from sesquiterpenes
  • Traditional Japanese skincare heritage

Known concerns

  • Sesquiterpene constituents can sensitize
  • Limited modern toxicological dossier
  • Autoxidation produces reactive species
  • Allergen labeling may be triggered by specific fractions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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