Fragrance
FOENICULUM VULGARE DULCE FRUIT OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sweet-fennel fruit essential oil — anethole-rich, used at low % for fragrance. Carries the typical concerns of fennel oils: estragole content and sensitisation potential push it to orange.
Function
Skin benefits
- Distinctive aromatic component
- Traditional botanical fragrance
- Mild antimicrobial activity
Known concerns
- Contains anethole — sensitiser at higher doses
- Estragole content (genotoxicity concern)
- Skin sensitisation in fragrance-sensitive users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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