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Fragrance

GAULTHERIA YUNNANENSIS BRANCH/LEAF OIL

35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A wintergreen-family essential oil rich in methyl salicylate — used for warming sensation. Real toxicity if absorbed in quantity; salicylate-sensitive users should avoid.

Function

FRAGRANCEFLAVOURING

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic essential oil with traditional warming uses
  • Methyl salicylate provides counter-irritant warmth

Known concerns

  • Wintergreen-family oils are dominated by methyl salicylate — toxic if absorbed in quantity
  • Established skin sensitizer
  • Salicylate sensitivity contraindicates use
  • Not recommended in pregnancy or for children
  • Strict use-level limits in EU fragrance use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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