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ABIES PECTINATA WOOD OIL.

Optional CAS 92128-34-2 / ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT

A steam-distilled essential oil extracted from the wood of the silver fir tree, delivering potent antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits through its rich monoterpene content. This natural ingredient combines therapeutic skin benefits with a distinctive forest-fresh fragrance, making it valuable in both active formulations and luxury sensory experiences. While data on this specific species is limited, related Abies oils demonstrate significant free radical neutralization and pathogen-fighting capabilities.

Summary

antimicrobial antioxidant perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

Delivers antioxidant protection through monoterpene hydrocarbons including α-pinene and limonene, which actively neutralize damaging free radicals on skin. The antimicrobial action stems from terpene compounds like camphene and bornyl acetate that disrupt bacterial cell membrane integrity, particularly effective against common skin pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range 0.1–1%
Optimal

0.5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Related Abies alba species demonstrated strong antioxidant capacity with IC50 values of 7.84 µg/mL and significant antimicrobial activity against S. aureus

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Primarily used as a functional fragrance and active ingredient rather than a marketing claim enhancer

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 4.5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Extremely oxidation-prone requiring airtight, light-protected storage with mandatory antioxidant co-formulation to prevent peroxide formation and subsequent irritation

Synergies

  • Tocopherol
  • other antioxidants

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • High heat processing
  • UV light exposure

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

IFRA guidelines require peroxide levels below 10 mmoles/L to minimize sensitization risk; generally recognized as safe in small fragrance concentrations

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Moderate
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

A specialized ingredient offering legitimate antioxidant benefits with pleasant sensory properties, but requiring careful formulation expertise due to oxidation sensitivity.

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