Lawson cypress wood oil

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

Essential oil

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Essential oil

✨ Role: Chamaecyparis lawsoniana wood oil, often referred to as Oregon cedar, is used in cosmetics for its soothing and antiseptic properties. It can help calm skin irritations and balance sebum production, which is beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for topical use in cosmetics. However, it is always advisable to perform a skin test beforehand to avoid allergic reactions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is plant-based and therefore compatible with vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although rare, some individuals may be sensitive to this essential oil. It should be used with caution and diluted in a carrier oil before direct skin application. Avoid contact with the eyes.

Found in: Often used in soothing creams and lotions, products for oily skin, anti-acne products, and certain perfume formulations due to its woody, refreshing scent.

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