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Monday, March 7, 2011News

The main essential oils used in cosmetics

Huiles essentielles en cosmétique

Less than fifty essential oils are very commonly used in cosmetics. CosmeticOBS, with the assistance of Dominique Davenne, from the Rosier-Davenne laboratory, a recognized expert in the field, has drawn up a list of them.

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In this summary table
The INCI name of the essential oil, as indicated by the official European nomenclature
The common name of the plant
The part of the plant from which it comes
Its main proprieties, for cosmetic and non-cosmetic applications. Note that the list only includes known and objective properties. Some may have properties not mentioned here even if they are used by certain brands, as the studies concerning them tend to be kept secret from laboratories and are not (or rarely) published.
Its possible allergens subject to labelling requirements: the lists here are to be understood as those of potential allergens, their presence and concentration may vary significantly depending on the varieties of plants used.
Its contraindications most frequently accepted

INCI Name English names Parts used General properties Cosmetic properties Main allergens to be labelled Contra-indications
ANGELICA ARCHANGELICA ROOT OIL Angelica Roots Sedative
Antispasmodic
Anticoagulante
Anti-inflammatory
Toning
Soothing
Perfuming
Limonene Phototoxic: avoid sun exposure after external application
Uterotrophic: do not use in pregnant women
ANIBA ROSAEODORA …

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