INCI name

JUNIPERUS VIRGINIANA OIL

Virginian cedarwood oil

An essential oil from the eastern red cedar.

What it is

Juniperus virginiana oil is the volatile oil obtained from Juniperus virginiana, known as Virginian cedarwood. CosIng lists it as a fragrance and tonic ingredient and notes that this is the name used in Annex III of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 for ingredient labelling in the EU.

Where it is used

Found in perfumes, aftershaves, deodorants, shampoos and other perfumed 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.

See the EU regulation section for the applicable rules. Its presence on the label does not mean the product will cause a reaction.

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

EU · Annex III, entry 358Juniperus virginiana oil
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2023/1545

Products with this ingredient (182)

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