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PINUS PALUSTRIS TAR OIL.

Avoid CAS 90082-75-0 / 8002-09-3 / FRAGRANCE, TONIC

Derived from pine wood, Pinus Palustris Tar Oil has been historically utilized for its antipruritic and anti-inflammatory properties, with noted applications in addressing dry, itchy, and inflamed skin conditions. However, its use in cosmetic formulations is severely restricted due to significant safety concerns regarding potential carcinogenicity and dermal sensitization.

Summary

fragrance tonic antipruritic anti-inflammatory antibacterial antifungal

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil is thought to reduce DNA synthesis and mitotic activity, thereby promoting a return to normal keratinization. It also exhibits beneficial antipruritic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antifungal actions on the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range ≤2.3%
Optimal

2.3%

Key findings

  1. 01 Topical pine tar: History, properties and use as a treatment for common skin conditions

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Pinus Palustris Tar Oil is not suitable for routine cosmetic dusting, especially within precision skincare formulations. The SCCNFP (predecessor to SCCS) concluded that wood tars, including pine tar, contain carcinogenic polycyclic hydrocarbons, rendering them unsafe for cosmetic products. Consequently, its use is restricted by the EU Cosmetics Directive, and Environment Canada has classified it as expected to be toxic or harmful.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 5 – 6
0 7 14

Stability

This oil contains volatile aromatic compounds, such as limonene, camphene, and sabinene, which are recognized skin sensitizers and can induce irritation, particularly upon exposure to UV radiation. To maintain stability and efficacy, peroxide levels should be meticulously controlled below 10 millimoles per liter, typically achieved through the incorporation of antioxidants during manufacturing.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
2.3%
Sensitization risk High

Significant safety concerns are associated with Pinus Palustris Tar Oil. The SCCNFP concluded that wood tars, including pine tar, are not safe for cosmetic use due to the presence of carcinogenic polycyclic hydrocarbons, as demonstrated in animal studies. The IFRA identifies dermal sensitization as a critical effect and mandates that essential oils from the Pinacea family maintain peroxide levels below 10 millimoles per liter with antioxidant protection. IFRA also specifically advises 'not for fragrance use'. This ingredient is restricted by the EU Cosmetics Directive and classified by Environment Canada as expected to be toxic or harmful.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
Yes Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Pinus Palustris Tar Oil is categorized as unsafe for cosmetic application by regulatory bodies due to substantiated concerns regarding carcinogenic polycyclic hydrocarbons, is restricted within the EU, and poses a high risk of dermal sensitization, rendering it incompatible with precision skincare despite its historical therapeutic applications for dry and inflamed skin conditions.

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