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Fragrance

LAURUS NOBILIS OIL

CAS 8002-41-3 / 8007-48-5 / 84603-73-6 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Bay laurel essential oil from whole plant. Contains methyleugenol, an IFRA-restricted potential carcinogen. Allowed only at trace fragrance levels.

Function

FRAGRANCEREFRESHINGTONIC

Skin benefits

  • Aromatic spicy fragrance
  • Traditional warming note
  • Some antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Contains methyleugenol — IFRA recognises potential carcinogen
  • Eugenol fragrance allergen requires labelling
  • Sensitiser at concentrations as low as 1 percent
  • IFRA dermal cap around 0.01 percent

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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