Hyssop Oil

Category: Essential Oil

Brief Description: Hyssop oil is extracted from Hyssopus officinalis, a plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a sweet, herbal, and slightly camphoraceous aroma. The average cost is about $8 per oz in the USA, but it may vary depending on the supplier and oil quality.

Benefits: Known for its purifying and cleansing properties. Used in skincare to improve clarity and balance.

Skin Type Suitability/Concerns: Suitable for all skin types. Avoid using on sensitive skin or on individuals with epilepsy or high blood pressure due to its high camphor content.

Target Audience: Generally used by individuals looking for natural skincare solutions.

Chemical Composition: Contains monoterpenes like pinocamphone and isopinocamphone, as well as limonene, myrcene, and pinene.

Physical Aspect: A thin, clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid.

Compatibility: Combines well with Eucalyptus, Ravensara, Niaouli, and other camphoraceous essential oils.

Concentration: Typical concentration is up to 1% in cosmetic formulations.

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: Can cause skin irritation or sensitization in some individuals. Should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Regulatory Status: Generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations.

Sustainability/Ethical Considerations: Hyssop is a renewable plant source. Check with suppliers for information on sustainable harvesting practices.

Variants: There is only one known type of hyssop oil.