Allowed in EU

Satureja Hortensis Oil

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Satureja Hortensis Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Satureja hortensis, Laminaceae.

What does it do?

Satureja Hortensis Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

EU regulatory status

Satureja Hortensis Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Satureja Hortensis Oil?

Satureja Hortensis Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Satureja Hortensis Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Satureja hortensis, Laminaceae.

Is Satureja Hortensis Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Satureja Hortensis Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Satureja Hortensis Oil do in cosmetic products?

Satureja Hortensis Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/03/2016