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JASMINUM OFFICINALE OIL.

Optional CAS 8022-96-6 / 90045-94-6 / FRAGRANCE, MOISTURISING, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING

Jasminum Officinale Oil is a botanical extract recognized for its multifunctional benefits, acting as an emollient to enhance skin hydration and reduce dryness. It also offers soothing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting skin resilience and combating environmental stressors.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Emollient Antioxidant Soothing Anti-inflammatory Sebum Balancing Elasticity & Firmness Support Antiseptic Masking Perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil functions primarily as an emollient, creating a protective layer that helps skin retain moisture and maintain hydration. Its antioxidant activity supports the skin's natural defense against free radicals, while its soothing and anti-inflammatory actions help to calm irritation and reinforce the epidermal barrier. Furthermore, it may assist in balancing sebum production, contribute to skin elasticity and firmness through improved microcirculation, and potentially support collagen and elastin synthesis. Antiseptic qualities also suggest a role in managing acne and improving skin tone evenness.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 In vitro investigations using full-thickness skin equivalents have indicated that jasmine essential oils can enhance the epidermal skin barrier and improve the skin's response to stress by upregulating antioxidant pathways. These studies also suggest modulation of genes vital for epidermal functions, including keratinocyte differentiation.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 4.5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

As an essential oil, Jasminum Officinale Oil is primarily oil-soluble. An optimal pH range of 4.5-6.5 is noted for Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, which may provide guidance for formulations containing the oil.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk High

While generally considered safe for topical cosmetic use when appropriately diluted, undiluted or high concentrations of Jasminum Officinale Oil can induce irritation or sensitization, necessitating patch testing before broad application. Canada's draft assessment indicates potential toxic effects on the female reproductive system at high concentrations in certain inhaled or skin-applied DIY products, though typical exposure from consumer products poses no risk. The EWG Skin Deep database assigns a 'HIGH' concern for Allergies & Immunotoxicity for this oil. For reference, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract has recommended usage levels of 0.001% in leave-on and 0.1% in rinse-off products to minimize irritation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Moderate
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

Jasminum Officinale Oil is an optional ingredient offering multifaceted skin benefits, including hydration, antioxidant protection, and soothing properties, though its use requires precise formulation due to potential irritation and sensitization risks at higher concentrations.

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