Schinus molle (pink peppercorn) oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking, perfuming, skin conditioning.
Family
Anacardiaceae (Cashew family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
68917-52-2 / 94334-31-3
Form
Oil
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Functions
Masking
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Anti-Inflammatory
Moisturizing
Boosts Collagen
Softens and smooths skin
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Pink peppercorn (Peruvian pepper) has been used in traditional Andean and South American indigenous medicine for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Historically valued as a spice with purifying qualities.