Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil
Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil is an essential oil obtained from the flowers of Tagetes minuta L. (family Compositae). It is listed in CosIng with the primary functions of masking, perfuming, and skin conditioning. It is assigned CAS numbers 91770-75-1 and 8016-84-0 and EC number 294-862-7.
Used primarily as a fragrance and masking agent in cosmetic formulations. Some skin conditioning properties are noted in its official CosIng listing, though the source does not elaborate on specific skin benefits beyond this designation.
The SCCS Opinion 0869/05 specifically addresses phototoxicity concerns for Tagetes erecta, T. minuta, and T. patula extracts and oils, indicating a notable phototoxicity risk. Use in leave-on products or prior to sun exposure should be approached with caution.
