INCI name

CANANGA ODORATA OIL/EXTRACT

Ylang-ylang oil/extract

Fragrancereviewed

An aromatic ingredient from ylang-ylang.

What it is

Cananga odorata oil/extract is an INCI name for an oil or extract of ylang-ylang, Cananga odorata. The CosIng monograph for this name is still under development; CosIng lists its function as fragrance.

Where it is used

Used in perfumes and perfumed products such as creams, body oils, shampoos and shower gels.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Aromatic plant materials naturally contain fragrance compounds that, above certain levels, are listed separately on the label.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (37)

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