Fragrance
JUNIPERUS SCOPULORUM LEAF/STEM OIL
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
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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related fragrances
Same plant / compound family
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