Fragrance
PINUS PUMILIO BRANCH/LEAF OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Dwarf pine essential oil — a fragrant pine-needle oil rich in pinenes. Effective fragrance and mild antimicrobial, but oxidized terpenes are well-known skin sensitizers, hence the cautious score.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic essential oil with traditional fragrance use
- Pinene-rich antimicrobial activity
Known concerns
- Pine oils are documented sensitizers via oxidized terpenes
- Limonene/linalool EU-listed allergens
- Risk of contact dermatitis
- Phototoxicity potential in oxidized batches
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related fragrances
Same plant / compound family
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