Antimicrobial
ORIGANUM VULGARE FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Oregano extract — a potent antimicrobial herb rich in carvacrol and thymol. Helpful for blemish-prone skin at low concentrations, but the active phenolics can irritate at higher levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strong antimicrobial from carvacrol and thymol
- Antioxidant phenolic content
- Useful in blemish-targeted formulations
- Long traditional culinary and medicinal use
Known concerns
- Carvacrol and thymol can irritate sensitive skin
- Skin sensitization at higher concentrations
- Not recommended for use near eyes
- Not for use in pregnancy at high doses
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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