Myrtus communis oil (inci)

Authors:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

Last updated on: 29.12.2024

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CAS number: 84082-67-7 / 800

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Myrtus communis oil, the essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the leaves and twigs of the myrtle bush, is used in cosmetic formulations. Myrtle oil has a strengthening effect on skin or hair and acts as an aromatic (reduces or inhibits the basic odor or taste of a product).

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Last updated on: 29.12.2024

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles