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Fragrance

JUNIPERUS SCOPULORUM LEAF/STEM OIL

55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Rocky Mountain juniper leaf and stem essential oil — fresh coniferous scent, used for fragrance. Its monoterpenes oxidize easily into known skin sensitizers, so it requires antioxidant stabilization and careful formulation.

Function

FRAGRANCETONIC

Skin benefits

  • Fresh coniferous fragrance
  • Antimicrobial activity
  • Traditional Native American ceremonial use

Known concerns

  • Sabinene and alpha-pinene oxidize to sensitizers
  • EU fragrance restrictions on oxidized juniper-type oils
  • Respiratory irritation risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related fragrances

Same plant / compound family

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