Juniperus virginia oil (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS number: 8000-27-9 / 8508

Definition
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Juniperus virginia oil is the essential oil from the Virgin Cedar (Red cedar). It is extracted from the wood of the plant by steam distillation. The cedar wood oil is a pale yellow oily liquid with a mild balsamic smell.

Ingredients
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cedrene, cedrenol

Field of application/use
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The oil is used in cosmetic preparations. The extract reduces or inhibits the basic smell or taste of a product; it also has a strengthening effect on skin or hair.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020