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Fragrance

ORIGANUM CRETIUM HERB EXTRACT

CAS 91722-83-7 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Cretan oregano (Origanum cretium) herb extract — thymol/carvacrol-rich, like Spanish oregano. Powerful antimicrobial with the same documented sensitizer profile, so we rate it orange in leave-on.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Strong antimicrobial activity from carvacrol/thymol
  • Antioxidant phenolics
  • Mediterranean culinary heritage

Known concerns

  • Thymol and carvacrol are recognised skin sensitizers and irritants
  • IFRA restrictions on oregano-type oils
  • EU Annex III labelled allergens
  • Mucous-membrane irritant
  • Not appropriate for use near eyes or on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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