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Hair Conditioning

THUJA ORIENTALIS BRANCH/LEAF POWDER

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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

A powder from Oriental arborvitae branches and leaves. Used in traditional botanicals; the Thuja genus contains thujone, prompting caution and lower scoring even at cosmetic levels.

Function

ABRASIVESKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Traditional East Asian botanical
  • Antioxidant flavonoids
  • Used in haircare for scalp conditioning

Known concerns

  • Thuja species contain thujone, a neurotoxic monoterpene
  • Sensitization potential in topical use
  • Internal use is restricted; topical caution warranted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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