Lavandin Oil

Lavandin oil is an essential oil used in skin care derived from the flowers of the Lavandula hybrida, also referred to as _Lavandula x intermedi_. This plant is a hybrid of two lavender varieties, _Lavandula angustifolia_ and _Lavandula latifolia_. It’s most often used in cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient, with linalool, borneol, camphor and 1,8-cineole identified amongst its volatile aromatic compounds. However, it does also contain phenolics, ingredients that provide antioxidant benefits without risk to skin. Its sensitizing potential for skin is like that of lavender oil (derived from _Lavandula angustifolia_ or _Lavandula officinalis_) and camphor. Lavandin oil can potentially cause skin sensitization, including redness, dryness and a compromised barrier. Lavandin yields four times more oil per volume of plants than true lavender, but it is of inferior quality and has a distinct camphor scent. It is not used in perfumery, but instead to scent soaps, air fresheners, and similar items. Not surprisingly, we advise avoiding cosmetics that contain this problematic oil.

Verwandte Inhaltsstoffe: Lavender Extract And Oil