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INCI name

LITSEA CUBEBA FRUIT OIL

Litsea cubeba oil (May Chang)

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An essential oil from the fruit of Litsea cubeba.

What it is

Litsea cubeba fruit oil is the volatile oil obtained from the berries of Litsea cubeba, a shrub of the laurel family known as May Chang. CosIng lists it as a fragrance, perfuming and tonic ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumed body care, shower gels, hair care, deodorants and natural-style 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.

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.
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.

Products with this ingredient (33)

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