Cypress essential oil, 1 L

Cypress Essential Oil, 1 L

Cypress oil is steam distilled from the needles and young twigs of the Mediterranean cypress, Cupressus sempervirens. The product card lists the INCI name Cupressi essentia Oil, Greece as the country of production and a 1 L container.

Composition

Cypress oil is dominated by monoterpenes: alpha-pinene is usually the largest component, followed by delta-3-carene, limonene and myrcene, with terpinyl acetate among the esters. Proportions depend on the raw material, so refer to the certificate of analysis.

Odour

Fresh, coniferous and resinous with a slightly spicy edge and a dry woody base. In blends it adds coolness and a clean feel.

Applications

Body and foot care

Shower gels, refreshing foot gels and deodorising sprays.

Men’s grooming

Aftershaves and colognes.

Room fragrance

Diffuser blends and fabric sprays.

Usage guidance

Cypress oil is used at 0.5 to 1 % in leave-on products and up to 2 % in rinse-off products. Add it below 40 °C to the oil phase or with a solubiliser. Monoterpenes oxidise in air and the oxidation products can irritate skin, so work with fresh oil and add an antioxidant.

Compatibility and labelling

Cypress blends well with lemon, bergamot, juniper, lavender and cedarwood. Limonene is a labelled fragrance allergen in the EU.

Product data

The oil is obtained from the needles and twigs of Cupressus sempervirens and carries the INCI name Cupressi essentia Oil. Greece is the country of production, and the container holds 1 L.

Example: classic cologne, 500 g

For 500 g of cologne, dissolve the essential oils in 400 g of perfumer’s alcohol: 12 g of lemon, 8 g of bergamot FCF, 5 g of cypress, 3 g of rosemary and 2 g of petitgrain. Then add 70 g of distilled water.

Blend the essential oils, add the alcohol and stir. Add the water slowly in small portions. Leave the cologne to mature for two weeks in the dark, then chill overnight and filter. Cypress makes up 1 % of the cologne.

Storage and related categories

Store in a dark, well-closed container in a cool room. Antioxidants are in wholesale preservatives and antioxidants, and more oils in wholesale essential oils.

FAQ

What is cypress oil distilled from?

It is steam distilled from the needles and young twigs of the Mediterranean cypress, Cupressus sempervirens.

Why should cypress oil be used fresh?

Monoterpenes oxidise in air, and the oxidation products can irritate skin.

Which allergen in cypress oil needs labelling in the EU?

Limonene has to be declared on EU labels as a fragrance allergen.