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Fragrance

CLINOPODIUM ACUTIFOLIUM BRANCH/LEAF OIL

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A Mediterranean Lamiaceae (savory/calamintha relative) branch and leaf oil used in fragrance. Contains pulegone-family monoterpene ketones common to the genus, which carry EU restrictions and skin-sensitization risk — best used sparingly.

Function

FRAGRANCEPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic herbal fragrance
  • Antimicrobial activity
  • Traditional cosmetic heritage

Known concerns

  • Pulegone content may exceed EU limits
  • Sensitization risk from monoterpene ketones
  • Limited cosmetic toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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