Fragrance
JUNIPERUS VIRGINIANA, EXT., OXIDIZED, ACETYLATED
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An oxidised, acetylated cedar (Juniperus virginiana) extract used as a fragrance fixative. Oxidation generates known sesquiterpene allergens, placing it in the Moderate band as a fragrance ingredient.
Function
Skin benefits
- Provides woody fragrance character
- Long perfumery use as fixative
Known concerns
- Oxidised cedar terpenes are documented contact allergens
- EU regulates fragrance allergens; declarable thresholds apply
- Sensitisation risk in atopic skin
- Limited cosmetic-grade efficacy beyond fragrance
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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