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Banned

Juniperus sabina L. (leaves, essential oil and galenical preparations)

CAS 90046-04-1 Updated
3

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Savin juniper leaves and oil — banned from EU cosmetics under Annex II due to severe systemic toxicity, abortifacient properties, and dermal irritation. Has no legitimate place in any modern cosmetic.

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic benefit

Known concerns

  • EU Annex II prohibited cosmetic substance
  • Documented systemic and reproductive toxicity
  • Abortifacient historical use
  • Severe dermal irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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