An essential oil from the flowers of Greek oregano, used as a fragrance ingredient.
What it is
Origanum heracleoticum flower oil is, according to CosIng, the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Greek oregano, Origanum heracleoticum, of the mint family (Lamiaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance and refreshing ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of 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.
As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- Refreshing
- Imparting a pleasant freshness to the skin.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.