What it is
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil is a volatile essential oil obtained from the Mediterranean cypress, a tall evergreen conifer. It is used at low levels to impart a fresh, woody-green scent and to provide botanical character to a formula. Because it is an essential oil, it is typically present in small amounts in leave-on products.
Safety & warnings
As a conifer essential oil, cypress oil contains volatile terpenes and other aromatic constituents that can be sensitizing for some users, particularly those with sensitive skin or known fragrance allergies. It is used at low concentrations for this reason, and patch testing is reasonable for fragrance-sensitive individuals.
Origin & sourcing
Naturally derived by distillation of the leaves, cones (nuts), and stems of Cupressus sempervirens.
Questions everyone asks
Is cypress oil a fragrance ingredient?
Yes, it is an essential oil used largely for its fresh, woody scent and botanical character, in addition to mild skin conditioning.
Can it cause irritation?
As a volatile essential oil, it contains terpenes that may be sensitizing for some people, so it is used in small amounts.