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Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil)

Curcuma oil / Turmerone-rich oil

Safety Flags
Allergen: Yes
Safety Notes

ar-Turmerone and alpha-turmerone; anti-inflammatory; IFRA limits assessment required; different from turmeric extract (curcuminoids), different active profile; yellow colour; well-tolerated at cosmetic concentrations

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (anti-inflammatory) / Fragrance

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Natural skincare Ayurvedic products India-origin formulas

Origin

Vegetable (turmeric root distillate)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No formal limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

Allergen assessment required (turmerone); IFRA consideration

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: Allergen assessment required (turmerone); IFRA consideration

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) safe to use in skincare?

Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. ar-Turmerone and alpha-turmerone; anti-inflammatory; IFRA limits assessment required; different from turmeric extract (curcuminoids), different active profile; yellow colour; well-tolerated at cosmetic concentrations

Is Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) allowed in India?

Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.

What is Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) used for in cosmetics?

Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) functions as: Active (anti-inflammatory) / Fragrance. It is commonly found in: Natural skincare Ayurvedic products India-origin formulas.

Can Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Turmeric Oil (Curcuma Longa Root Oil) has an allergen flag (Yes). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

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