murphyRavensara aromatica oil
AKA: Ravensara oil, Madagascar nutmeg oil
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginNative to Madagascar. Extracted from the leaves of Ravensara aromatica, a tree native to Madagascar's Lauraceae family. Obtained through steam distillation of the aromatic leaf material.
Ravensara aromatica oil is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Family
Lauraceae (Laurel family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
91770-56-8
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Antimicrobial
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.
Provides scent
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR