An essential oil from manuka leaves and branches, used as a tonic ingredient.
What it is
Leptospermum scoparium branch/leaf oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves and branches of manuka, Leptospermum scoparium, a shrub native to New Zealand and south-eastern Australia, of the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). CosIng lists it as a tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in cleansers, toners, creams, hair care products and other 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.
The INCI name does not show the content of individual constituents. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- 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.