Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
Essential oil extracted from Amyris balsamifera tree
At a glance
EWG Safety Score
What Is Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil?
Amyris balsamifera bark oil is an essential oil extracted from the bark of a flowering tree called Amyris balsamifera. It is noted for having a strong, resinous scent. It is also known as torchwood for its highly flammable resin and is sometimes referred to as a type of sandalwood (though it is not) because of its scent resemblance.\n\nResearch shows this oil has both herbicidal and larvicidal properties and can exhibit antimicrobial benefits, though its inclusion in cosmetics is primary as a fragrance ingredient. Unfortunately, some of the components within amyris oil – namely eugenol, which gives it most of its antimicrobial properties – can cause skin irritation and sensitivity, especially if left on skin for an extended period of time.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Fitoterapia, October 2021, ePublication [URL not found] Fitoterapia, 2021
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Molecules, April 2021, ePublication [URL not found] Molecules, 2021
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BMJ Case Reports, September 2013, ePublication [URL not found] BMJ Case Reports, 2013
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Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology, December 2012, pages 631-634 [URL not found] Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology, 2012
How widely it's used
Regulatory information
Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.
Show identifiers
- INCI Name
- AMYRIS BALSAMIFERA BARK OIL
- EC Number
- - / 291-076-6
- Function
- Masking, Perfuming
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