Juniperus recurva (Himalayan Juniper) leaf oil

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AKA: Drooping juniper, Himalayan juniper leaf oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to Northern Hemisphere. Juniperus recurva is an evergreen coniferous shrub native to the Himalayan regions of the Cupressaceae family. The essential oil is extracted from leaves through steam distillation or solvent extraction methods.
Juniperus recurva (Himalayan juniper) leaf oil is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Cupressaceae (Cypress family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Temperate
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR