Ingredient library

Palmarosa essential oil (INCI: Cymbopogon Martini Oil) with a sweet, rose-like scent; contains very high concentrations of the EU-regulated allergen geraniol and multiple other declarable fragrance allergens.

An essential oil from Cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) used as a fragrance in cosmetics; regulated in the EU under Annex III due to its content of Citral and Limonene allergens.

A synthetic aromatic ester related to phenethyl acetate (rose fragrance) used as a floral modifier in cosmetic fragrance compounds.

An extract of the seeds of Dipteryx odorata (tonka bean) used as a fragrance and masking ingredient; naturally rich in coumarin, a regulated fragrance allergen.

Essential oil distilled from the seeds of Elettaria cardamomum (cardamom). Provides a warm, spicy-sweet fragrance note with minor antimicrobial properties. Used in DAMDAM's Ginkgo moisturizer for fragrance.

A collective term for volatile aromatic compounds distilled from plants. Used for scent and sometimes minor antimicrobial effects. Common sensitizers — individual oils (lavender, tea tree, peppermint, etc.) vary widely in risk profile.

An essential oil steam-distilled from eucalyptus leaves, used in cosmetics for its fresh fragrance and mild antimicrobial properties.

Essential oil from Eucalyptus globulus (blue gum eucalyptus) leaves, rich in 1,8-cineole (eucalyptol). Provides a distinctive fresh-camphoraceous scent with mild antimicrobial and clearing properties. Used in Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish's botanical blend.

An essential oil steam-distilled from the flower buds of Eugenia caryophyllus (clove), used in cosmetics for its spicy fragrance; contains very high levels of eugenol, a regulated fragrance allergen.

Essential oil distilled from clove leaves (Eugenia caryophyllus / Syzygium aromaticum). Contains 70–90% eugenol, a potent fragrance compound and sensitizer. Used in trace amounts for fragrance and antimicrobial contribution; ranked as a known fragrance allergen by the EU.

A naturally occurring phenylpropanoid found in essential oils (notably clove and cinnamon), used as a fragrance ingredient; one of the original 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens requiring label disclosure.

An extract from Evernia furfuracea lichen providing a classic earthy-mossy fragrance. Subject to EU Cosmetics Regulation restrictions as a known contact sensitizer. Appearing in Biologique Recherche Lotion P50's complex botanical formula.

Extract from Evernia prunastri (oakmoss) lichen. A powerful fragrance ingredient responsible for the 'chypre' character in classic perfumes. Subject to strict EU regulatory limits due to high sensitization potential. Present in Biologique Recherche Lotion P50.

A naturally occurring sesquiterpene alcohol found in many essential oils, used as a fragrance ingredient and listed as one of the 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens.

An essential oil distilled from the resin of Ferula galbaniflua (galbanum), registered in EU CosIng (Ref 76304), used in cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient with a characteristic green, balsamic character; its monoterpene content (notably pinenes) poses sensitization risk, especially on compromised skin.

Regulatory catch-all for fragrance or flavour compounds, equivalent to 'Parfum'. Used to mask unpleasant odours or add scent; the specific substances are not individually disclosed.

Added scent; an umbrella term for fragrance compounds.

An extract of Freesia refracta flowers used primarily as a fragrance-contributing botanical and mild skin conditioner in cosmetic formulations.

A naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol with a sweet rose-citrus scent; a regulated EU fragrance allergen with moderate sensitization potential.

An essential oil steam-distilled from wild geranium (Geranium maculatum) aerial parts, used primarily as a fragrance ingredient; contains geraniol and linalool, both EU-listed fragrance allergens subject to IFRA concentration limits.

A naturally occurring fragrance ester with a fresh, floral-rosy character, found in geranium oil, palmarosa, and many other essential oils. Used as a fragrance component in fine fragrances and skincare.

The steam-distilled essential oil from Helichrysum italicum flowers, valued for its distinctive fragrance and antioxidant/cell-regenerating properties from italidiones and neryl acetate.

A seven-carbon fatty alcohol used primarily as a fragrance/perfuming agent in cosmetic formulations.

A synthetic jasmine-scented aldehyde and one of the 26 EU-regulated fragrance allergens, requiring label disclosure above defined concentration thresholds in cosmetics.