Fragrance
MORELLA PENSYLVANICA LEAF OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Northern bayberry leaf oil — an obscure North American botanical with a long folk-medicine history but very thin modern safety data. The genus is astringent and tannic, so cautious dosing is sensible.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic herbal scent
- Traditional folk medicine use
- Astringent feel
Known concerns
- Genus contains tannic and irritant compounds
- Limited modern cosmetic safety data
- Possible contact sensitisation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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