Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil – an aromatic component. Contains sesquiterpenes. Pregnant should avoid – emmenagogue effect reported.
Evidence by route
Topical application
Aromatic component. High contact allergy risk.
- EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III – mandatory allergen labelling.
How to read tiers A–F
- DNo data, or very weak or conflicting data
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Medium
- Allergen risk
- High
- Pregnancy
- Avoid
- Suitable for
- Normal, Combination, Oily
- Use with caution
- Sensitive, Dry
About this ingredient
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil is obtained by steam distillation or cold pressing. INCI: Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil. In cosmetics it is used as an aromatic component in perfumery, creams and body oils. There are no standalone dermatological effects – the main function is fragrance. Safety. Contains sesquiterpenes. Pregnant should avoid – emmenagogue effect reported. Use levels run from 0.05 to 1% (higher levels carry irritation and sensitization risk).
Frequently asked questions
Is Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil safe during pregnancy?
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil is not recommended during pregnancy. Consider an alternative from the same category.
What skin types is Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil for?
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil suits: normal, combination, oily. Use with caution in: sensitive, dry.
Can Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil irritate the skin?
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil has moderate irritation potential. Sensitive skin may show a transient reaction that usually settles with adaptation.
Can Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil cause an allergic reaction?
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil has high allergen potential. Perform a patch test on the inner forearm 24 hours before facial application.
What is Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil and what does it do in cosmetics?
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil – an aromatic component.
Is Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil comedogenic?
On the Fulton scale 1/5 – very low comedogenicity. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
What's the INCI name for Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil?
The INCI name is Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil. It may also appear as: Atlas Cedarwood Oil.
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