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Juniper berry oil: is it comedogenic? What it does in skincare

INCI name: Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil

Acne verdict Watch

Worth watching on acne-prone skin

  • ComedogenicNo published rating
  • IrritancyNo published rating

What it does

Essential oil added for scent, can irritate sensitive skin.

  • Masking
  • Perfuming

Juniper berry oil in plain English

Juniper berry oil is an essential oil from juniper berries with a fresh, piney scent. It contains pinene and limonene, which can irritate as they oxidize. Like most essential oils it contains natural fragrance allergens, which can irritate or sensitize skin over time. If your acne-prone skin is easily irritated, unscented products are the safer pick.

Is juniper berry oil bad for acne?

Not usually, but it is worth watching. Juniper berry oil is not a proven pore-clogger, but scent ingredients like this can irritate sensitive skin, and irritated skin can make breakouts look and feel worse. Notice how your skin reacts when a product lists it near the top.

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Also called

  • Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil
  • Juniper oil
  • Juniper essential oil
  • Juniperus communis oil

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Frequently asked questions

Is juniper berry oil comedogenic?

Juniper berry oil has no published comedogenic rating in Fulton's 1989 table. It is not a proven pore-clogger, but it is worth watching on acne-prone skin.

What does juniper berry oil do in skincare?

In short: essential oil added for scent, can irritate sensitive skin. In formulas it is used for masking and perfuming.

What else is juniper berry oil called on ingredient labels?

On ingredient lists, juniper berry oil can also appear as Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil, Juniper oil, Juniper essential oil or Juniperus communis oil.

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