The essential oil of galbanum resin, used as a perfuming ingredient.
What it is
Ferula galbaniflua resin oil is, according to CosIng, the essential oil obtained from the resin of galbanum, Ferula galbaniflua, a plant of the carrot family (Apiaceae); it is known as galbanum oil and has a strong green odour. CosIng lists it as an antimicrobial, tonic and perfuming ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of 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 essential oil, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Antimicrobial
- Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
- Tonic
- Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.
- Perfuming
- Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.