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Fragrance

RAVENSARA AROMATICA LEAF OIL

CAS 91770-56-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Madagascan ravensara leaf oil — a fresh, camphoraceous fragrance and antimicrobial. Its naturally occurring methyleugenol (an IARC 2B substance restricted in EU cosmetics) keeps it firmly in the use-with-awareness band.

Function

FRAGRANCE

Skin benefits

  • Fresh, camphoraceous fragrance
  • Antimicrobial activity from 1,8-cineole
  • Long aromatherapy and traditional Madagascan use

Known concerns

  • Methyleugenol content — IARC 2B possible carcinogen
  • EU SCCS restriction on methyleugenol in cosmetics
  • Sensitization risk in fragrance-reactive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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