Characteristics
- INCI
- Cymbopogon Martini Oil
- Ru.
- Palmarosa Oil
- CAS
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84649-81-0
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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283-461-2
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- Functions
- fragrance, skin conditioning, tonic
Who it's for
Description
Cymbopogon Martini Oil is an essential oil distilled from the leaves of palmarosa grass, a fragrant plant in the lemongrass family. In skincare, it’s mainly used for its scent and for the fresh, lightweight feel it can bring to formulas. It’s often included in products aimed at oily, combination, or dull-looking skin because it can help a formula feel more balancing and refreshing. In haircare, it may be found in shampoos, scalp treatments, and styling products where a clean, botanical aroma is desired.
For skin and hair, this ingredient is less about dramatic treatment effects and more about supporting the overall sensory experience of a product. It can contribute a soft, rosy, herbaceous fragrance and may help make a routine feel more spa-like. People who enjoy natural-smelling products or lightweight botanical oils may appreciate it most. Because it is an essential oil, sensitive skin types should pay attention to concentration and patch test new products, since fragrant plant oils can be irritating for some users.
Products with Cymbopogon Martini Oil (736 total)
Most often found in Neal's Yard Remedies products (22 items)
