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Fragrance

EVERNIA PRUNASTRI LICHEN EXTRACT

CAS 90028-68-5 / 9000-50-4 / 68917-10-2 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Oakmoss absolute — a classic perfumery material that is also a potent skin sensitizer. The EU strictly limits its concentration and requires allergen labeling; many people develop contact dermatitis.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Classic chypre/fougère perfume base note
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Strong contact sensitizer (atranorin, chloroatranorin)
  • EU SCCS limit 0.1% leave-on / 0.6% rinse-off
  • Annex III labeled fragrance allergen
  • Frequent positive in fragrance patch tests

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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