Characteristics
- INCI
- Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
- CAS
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68855-99-2, 90063-59-5
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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290-018-7
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- Functions
- masking, perfuming, tonic
Для кого подходит
Description
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil is an essential oil distilled from the fruit of Litsea cubeba, a small citrusy plant sometimes called May Chang or mountain pepper. In skincare and haircare, it’s used mainly for its fresh, lemon-like scent and for the sensory boost it brings to formulas. It can also contribute a light, refreshing feel in cleansers, toners, scalp products, and deodorant-style products, but it is not a true moisturizing oil in the way plant oils rich in fatty acids are.
For skin, this ingredient is most often appreciated in products meant to feel clean, bright, and energizing. For hair and scalp, it may be found in shampoos or scalp treatments where its aromatic profile helps create a crisp, spa-like experience. People who enjoy naturally scented products or lighter, more botanical formulas may like it. Those with sensitive skin, very dry skin, or fragrance sensitivity may want to be cautious, since essential oils can be irritating for some users, especially at higher concentrations.
Bottom line: Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil is mainly a fragrance and sensorial ingredient, with some supporting use in refreshing skin and hair products. It’s best suited to people who like citrusy botanical formulas and don’t react easily to scented ingredients.
Found in products (706 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Juice Beauty (21 продуктов)
