Niaouli Oil

Category: Essential Oil

Brief Description: Niaouli Oil is derived from the leaves and young twigs of the Niaouli tree. It has a sweet, fresh, and camphoraceous aroma. The cost of Niaouli Oil is around $10-20 per oz.

Benefits: Known for its purifying, stimulating properties. It helps to clarify and balance the skin, making it beneficial for oily skin and acne.

Skin Type Suitability/Concerns: Suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.

Target Audience: Individuals looking for natural skincare solutions for acne and oily skin.

Chemical Composition: Contains 1,8-cineole, alpha-terpineol, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, and limonene.

Physical Aspect: A clear to pale yellow liquid.

Compatibility: Blends well with coriander, fennel, juniper, lavender, lime, pine, and peppermint.

Concentration: Generally used at a concentration of 1% or less in cosmetic formulations.

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: Can cause skin irritation or sensitization in some individuals.

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

Sustainability/Ethical Considerations: Niaouli trees are abundant and can be sustainably harvested. However, improper harvesting can potentially impact local ecosystems.

Variants: There are several varieties of Niaouli oil, including Nerolina and Quinquenervia, which have different properties.