Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil – an aromatic component. Contains citral – a strong EU allergen.
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
- Caution
- Suitable for
- Normal, Combination, Oily
- Use with caution
- Sensitive, Dry
About this ingredient
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil is obtained by steam distillation or cold pressing. INCI: Litsea Cubeba Fruit 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 citral – a strong EU allergen. Use levels run from 0.05 to 1% (higher levels carry irritation and sensitization risk).
Frequently asked questions
Is Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil safe during pregnancy?
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consulting a dermatologist or OB-GYN is advisable.
What skin types is Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil for?
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil suits: normal, combination, oily. Use with caution in: sensitive, dry.
Can Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil irritate the skin?
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil has moderate irritation potential. Sensitive skin may show a transient reaction that usually settles with adaptation.
Can Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil cause an allergic reaction?
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil has high allergen potential. Perform a patch test on the inner forearm 24 hours before facial application.
What is Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil and what does it do in cosmetics?
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil – an aromatic component.
Is Litsea Cubeba Fruit 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 Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil?
The INCI name is Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil. It may also appear as: May Chang Oil.
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