INCI · plant-extract · CIR review pending · used in 2 products
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from Chamaecyparis obtusa (Hinoki cypress), a tree in the Cupressaceae family. It is assigned CAS number 91745-97-0 and EC number 294-769-1. According to official CosIng data, its registered function is masking. It appears frequently in calming, soothing, and phytoncide-themed skincare formulations.
Evidence level
weakEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
plant-extract● Benefits
The ingredient is primarily listed under a masking function in the official CosIng database, meaning it may help reduce or suppress the inherent odor of other formula components. Its presence in numerous calming and soothing product lines suggests a perceived soothing role, though this is not directly substantiated by the source text.
soothingmasking
● Cautions
