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Fragrance ingredient

Essential Oils

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.

Also known as: essential oil blend, plant essential oils

fragranceantimicrobial

Benefits

  • ✓Natural fragrance
  • ✓Minor antimicrobial properties in some varieties

Watch for

  • ⚠Frequent cause of contact sensitization and allergic reactions
  • ⚠Phototoxic risk with citrus-derived oils
At a glance
CategoryFragrance
IrritancyLow–moderate
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

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