MACHILUS THUNBERGII SEED OIL

Conditioning Agent

78

Good

About MACHILUS THUNBERGII SEED OIL

A seed oil from the Japanese bay tree Machilus thunbergii, used in cosmetics for skin conditioning with limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

Machilus thunbergii seed oil is extracted from the seeds of a Lauraceae family tree native to East Asia. The fatty acid composition is dominated by lauric acid and myristic acid. No specific EU cosmetic restrictions apply, and the ingredient is not listed in any annex of Regulation 1223/2009. Data specific to this ingredient's cosmetic safety is limited.

What It Does

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin Benefits

  • Emollient properties for skin conditioning

Known Concerns

  • Limited independent toxicological and sensitization studies available

Safety Score

78

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.