Fragrance
Oak moss extract
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A historic perfume fixative from oakmoss lichen now restricted in EU cosmetics: its key constituents atranol and chloroatranol are explicitly banned due to severe sensitisation.
Skin benefits
- Classic perfume fixative with deep mossy character
Known concerns
- Atranol and chloroatranol are PROHIBITED in EU cosmetics from 2019 (Reg 2017/1410, Annex II 1380/1381)
- Severe contact sensitisation potential
- Oak moss extracts must be stripped of these allergens to be EU-compliant
- Even residue levels can elicit reactions in pre-sensitised users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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