Laurel Berry Oil

• Product: Laurel Berry Oil
• Botanical name: Laurus nobilis
• Origin: Turkey
• INCI name: Laurus Nobilis Fruit Oil
• CAS number: 8007-48-5
• Part used: Fruits
• Quality: 100% pure and natural
• Appearance: Pale green to olive green coloured thick liquid
• Odour: Characteristic laurel aroma
• Refractive index: 1.460–1.480 @ 20°C
• Specific gravity: 0.905–0.929 g/mL @ 20°C
• Saponification value: 198–206 mgKOH/g
• Iodine value: 60–85 g I₂/100g
• Peroxide value: less than 5.0 meq O₂/kg
• Moisture: maximum 0.1%
• Solubility: Soluble in cosmetic esters and fixed oils; insoluble in water
• Fatty acid profile (typical specification range):
  
  Oleic acid (C18:1): 30.00–41.00%
  Linoleic acid (C18:2): 17.20–27.10%
  Lauric acid (C12:0): 17.00–27.00%
  Palmitic acid (C16:0): 12.00–20.00%
  Stearic acid (C18:0): 1.00–3.00%
  Myristic acid (C14:0): 0.50–1.70%
  Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3): maximum 2.00%
  
  
  

• 100% pure, natural laurel berry oil from the fruits of Laurus nobilis, with nothing added
• Natural pale to olive green colour that can add depth and character to handmade soaps
• Distinctive, characteristic laurel aroma
• Balanced fatty acid profile with oleic, linoleic and lauric acids — a characterful specialty oil for formulating
• Lauric acid content (typically 17–27%) contributes to lather and bar hardness in soap
• Versatile — suited to soap making, cosmetic and body care formulating
• Soluble in fixed oils and cosmetic esters, making it easy to blend into oil-phase and anhydrous recipes
• Tested for microbial purity and heavy metals for consistent quality
• Supplied with full technical and safety documentation from an established supplier

Recommended Applications

• Cold process and hot process soap making (as a specialty oil)
• Shampoo bars and hair care soaps
• Body butters, balms and solid lotion bars
• Massage and body oil blends
• Scrubs and exfoliating products (oil phase)
• Hair and scalp care formulations (leave-in and rinse-off oil phase)
• Anhydrous cosmetic formulations
• Creative DIY and small batch skincare projects

• Contains a small natural essential oil fraction (1.0–3.0%) — patch test finished products before wider use, particularly on sensitive skin
• Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation
• For external cosmetic and soap formulation use only — intended for professional and hobbyist makers. Not for consumption
• Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing during bulk handling; wear safety glasses and chemical-resistant gloves when handling larger quantities; wash thoroughly after handling
• Skin contact: Wash with soap and water for several minutes; seek medical attention if irritation develops and persists
• Eye contact: Remove contact lenses if present, rinse promptly with plenty of water while lifting eyelids; seek medical attention if irritation persists
• If swallowed: Rinse mouth with water if conscious, do not induce vomiting, and call a doctor or poison control centre immediately
• Store tightly closed, cool and out of direct sunlight, out of reach of children

What is Laurel Berry Oil made from?
100% pure Laurus nobilis fruit oil, with no additives or dilution.

What does it look and smell like?
It's a thick, pale green to olive green oil with the characteristic aroma of laurel.

Can I use it in soap making?
Yes, as a specialty oil. It has a saponification value of 198–206 mgKOH/g and a high lauric and oleic acid content. Always run your recipe through a soap calculator and trial a small batch first.

Is it suitable for cosmetics and body care?
Yes — it's supplied for cosmetics and personal care formulating, and is soluble in fixed oils and cosmetic esters. Preserve any water-containing formulations appropriately and patch test finished products.

Will it colour my products?
It's a green oil, so it can add a natural green-toned tint to pale soaps, balms and other formulations, depending on the percentage used and your recipe.

Is it an essential oil?
No. It's a thick fruit oil that naturally contains a small essential oil fraction (1.0–3.0%), which contributes to its laurel aroma.

Is it water soluble?
No. It's insoluble in water and soluble in fixed oils and cosmetic esters, so add it to the oil phase of your recipe.

How should I store it?
Keep it tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. If stored for more than 24 months, check the quality before using it.