INCI name

CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA OIL

German chamomile oil

A volatile oil distilled from German chamomile, used as a fragrance and tonic.

What it is

Chamomilla recutita oil is the volatile oil distilled from the whole plant of German chamomile, Chamomilla recutita, of the daisy family (Compositae). The oil is typically blue owing to its chamazulene content. CosIng lists it as a fragrance and tonic ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, body oils, bath products, shampoos and scented products.

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.

As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches. Fragrance allergens it contains may be listed separately on the label.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Tonic
Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (8)

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