Botanical water
LAURUS NOBILIS LEAF WATER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Bay laurel leaf water carrying small amounts of the aromatic compounds found in laurel essential oil. Useful in fresh formulations but related laurel actives are known sensitisers in reactive skin.
Skin benefits
- Aromatic and refreshing
- Mild antimicrobial activity
- Traditional skin uses
- Light astringent effect
Known concerns
- Bay laurel oil is a known contact allergen
- Costunolide and related sesquiterpene lactones can sensitise
- Possible cross-reactivity with Asteraceae allergies
- Limited water-specific safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related botanical waters
Same plant / compound family
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