INCI name

EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS OIL

Eucalyptus oil

Fragrancereviewed

An essential oil from eucalyptus, used as a fragrance.

What it is

Eucalyptus globulus oil is the essential oil of the Tasmanian blue gum, Eucalyptus globulus. CosIng lists it as a fragrance ingredient; its CosIng monograph is still under development.

Where it is used

Found in shower gels, bath products, balms, hair care and oral care, and in products with a fresh, herbal scent.

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.

Essential oils can contain fragrance allergens; above certain levels these must be 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 (84)

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