Fragrance
PICEA GLEHNII NEEDLE OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sakhalin spruce needle essential oil. Fresh conifer scent, but oxidised pinene from spruce oils is a known skin sensitiser, so use is best capped low and antioxidant-protected.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic conifer oil with fresh forest scent
- Mild antimicrobial activity
- Used at low percentages for fragrance
Known concerns
- Conifer oil rich in alpha-pinene, camphene, bornyl acetate — sensitisation potential
- Oxidised pinene is a documented skin allergen
- Phototoxicity and irritation possible at high doses
- Not recommended in leave-on products at >0.5%
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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