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Fragrance

OCIMUM CAMPECHIANUM BUD/LEAF/STEM OIL

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A Central American basil essential oil with eugenol-driven character similar to other Ocimum species. Possible methyl eugenol content is the main toxicology concern alongside standard eugenol allergen labeling.

Function

FRAGRANCEPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Distinctive basil-spice aromatic note
  • Antimicrobial activity from phenylpropenes
  • Traditional Central American use

Known concerns

  • Eugenol declarable EU allergen
  • Possible methyl eugenol content (mutagenicity concern)
  • Higher sensitization rate than average essential oil
  • Limited cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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