Fragrance
RUTA GRAVEOLENS OIL
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Rue oil — a herbal essential oil with severe phototoxicity from psoralens, plus neurotoxicity at modest doses. EU restricts it heavily and IFRA effectively bans it for cosmetic use. Avoid in modern formulations.
Function
Skin benefits
- Historical use in folk medicine
- Strong aromatic herbal scent
Known concerns
- Severe phototoxicity from furanocoumarins (psoralens)
- Neurotoxic at non-trivial doses
- EU restricts rue oil in cosmetics
- IFRA prohibits or severely limits use
- Skin sensitization and dermatitis risk
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.