ABIES LASIOCARPA BRANCH/LEAF OIL
Moderate
CAS Number: 2446786-09-8 (generic)
About ABIES LASIOCARPA BRANCH/LEAF OIL
Alpine fir needle oil with limited toxicological documentation, making safety assessment difficult. Its essential oil nature and unknown allergen profile warrant caution in cosmetic formulations.
Detailed Analysis
Abies Lasiocarpa Branch/Leaf Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the branches and leaves of Abies lasiocarpa (Alpine or Subalpine Fir). Fir needle oils typically contain alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, and bornyl acetate. No specific EU CosIng restrictions are listed for Abies lasiocarpa oil specifically, but the general class of fir/balsam oils is subject to IFRA guidelines regarding allergen content. Given limited dedicated toxicological reviews, this oil requires caution in leave-on formulations.
What It Does
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Used in perfumery for its fresh, coniferous forest scent
- ✓ Bornyl acetate may have mild anti-inflammatory properties
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Limited dedicated EU or SCCS safety assessment available
- ⚠ Contains pinene constituents with potential oxidisation sensitisation risk
- ⚠ Natural composition may vary, affecting allergen content
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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