Authored by: Arthur Ghochikyan, M.D.
Functions
Perfuming
Antibacterial
Anti-fungal
Antioxidant
Regeneration booster
Barrier enhancer
Moisturizer
Anti-inflammatory
Analgetic
INCI nameCistus Ladaniferus Leaf Oil
Cistus ladaniferus is an aromatic plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is widely used in traditional medicine and with tea in small quantities. Leaf preparation has been used to treat diarrhea, inflammation, and skin infections. Its leaves produce fragrant, volatile compounds valued in perfumery, especially as a fixative.
Cistus ladaniferus leaf oil is a light amber liquid with a warm, sweet, and balsamic odor. It is rich in viridiflorol, bornyl acetate, and camphene, and possesses antimicrobial properties, active against bacteria and fungi. It accelerates wound healing and stimulates skin recovery.
In skin care applications, Cistus Ladaniferus Leaf Oil strengthens the skin's barrier, reduces transdermal moisture loss, and increases the energy generation of skin cells, thereby stimulating their regeneration. It also exhibits potent antioxidant properties, protecting dermal cells from oxidative stress and DNA damage.
In addition, Cistus Ladaniferus Leaf Oil leaves an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin, soothing irritation and reducing edema. It also exhibits analgesic properties, and researchers have linked it to relatively high levels of kaempferol and its derivatives.
References
The Volatiles of the Leaf Oil of Cistus ladanifer L. var.albiflorusand Labdanum Extracts of Moroccan Origin and their Antimicrobial Activities
Author(s):
Greche Hassane, Mrabet Najat, Zrira S., Ismaïli-Alaoui M., Benjilali Bachir, Boukir Abdellatif
DOI:
10.1080/10412905.2009.9700140
Identification of Flavonoid Content and Chemical Composition of the Essential Oils of Moroccan Herbs: Myrtle (Myrtus communis L.), Rockrose (Cistus ladanifer L.) and Montpellier cistus (Cistus monspeliensis L.)
Author(s):
Viuda-Martos Manuel, Sendra Esther, Pérez-Alvarez José A., Fernández-López Juana, Amensour Mahassine, Abrini Jamal
DOI:
10.1080/10412905.2011.9700439
Volatile components of Cistus ladanifer leaves
Author(s):
Paula S. Ramalho, Victor A. P. de Freitas, Adelina Macedo, Gabriela Silva, Artur M. S. Silva
DOI:
10.1002/(SICI)1099-1026(199909/10)14:5
Exploring the Bioactive Potential of Cistus ladanifer Leaves from Northern Morocco (Tangier)
Author(s):
Abdelfattah Bahia, Mrabet Amena, Simou Ayoub, Khaddor Mohamed
DOI:
10.12912/27197050/187764
Investigation of the Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Capacities of Different Extracts from Cistus ladanifer L. Leaves in the Ait Ammart Region (Northern Morocco)
DOI:
10.12912/27197050/179421
The elixir of Cistus ladanifer: Delving into its Chemical Complexity and Therapeutic Deeds
Author(s):
Kaoutar BOUOTHMANY, Boutaina ADDOUM1, Mohammed BOURHIA, Fouad MELLOUKI, Farid KHALLOUKI, Mohammed EL MZIBRI, Mohammed ATTALEB, Laila BENBACER
Journal:
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL SCIENCES AND APPLIED BIOTECHNOLOGY (2024, Vol. 6, Issue 2 Pages: 70-83)
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.48402/IMIST.PRSM/jasab-v6i2.51525
