AROMATICA Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram

AROMATICA

Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram

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General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
94%
Combination (dry)
94%
Balanced
64%
Combination (oily)
34%
Oily
34%

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Ingredients
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Benefits
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The Aromatica Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram is a luxurious body oil that combines the power of Lavender Oil, Marjoram Oil, Lavendin Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Bergamot Oil, Benzoin Oil, Elemi Oil, and Evening Primrose Oil. These carefully chosen ingredients work together to nourish your skin and envelop your senses in a tranquil embrace.

Key Insights

Benefits

4
Anti-Aging
Evens Skin Tone
Hydration
Soothing

Risks

1
Allergen

About Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram

Overview

Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram is a rich oil from AROMATICA. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 21 ingredients, each broken down in full below.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as rich: occlusives and butters sit high enough in the order to give it real weight on skin. The oils in it point to a dewy, emollient finish rather than a matte one. Hydration is handled by Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil and Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.

What the formula does

Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil and Oenothera Biennis Oil.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Dry and Combination (dry) skin best, and is the least natural fit for Combination (oily) and Oily skin. Several ingredients carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive, this is one to patch test carefully or approach slowly.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.

What is not in it

Reading the full list, the formula is no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free, microplastic-free, sulfate-free and dye-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging. It does contain fragrance and essential oils, worth knowing if your skin reacts to any of them.

Where it fits in a routine

It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after serums. Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • Strong humectant content for hydration

Things to know

  • Contains fragrance or declared fragrance allergens
  • Contains essential oils, a common source of reactivity
  • 6 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
  • Several ingredients carry irritation flags

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin

May suit

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive skin

Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.

Skin concerns

Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.

Helps with

  • Anti-Aging 5 ingredients

    Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles

  • Hydration 4 ingredients

    Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

  • Soothing 2 ingredients

    Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin

  • Evens Skin Tone 1 ingredient

    Brightens and balances complexion for a more uniform appearance

Does not target

Anti-Acne Blackhead Reducing Dark Spot Fading Oil Control Pore Minimizer Smooths Bumpy Skin

None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.

Key ingredients

The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive, Olea europaea L., Oleaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic

Hydration Anti-Aging

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant, Limnanthes alba, Limnanthaceae.

Hydration Anti-Aging

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration High

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing Low

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

Contains

  • Fragrance

    Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral

  • Essential oils

    Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol

  • Facial oils

    Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Moisturise" step.

  • Seal in your serums with it; in the morning, sunscreen still goes on top.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
Sensitive and reactive skin
Several ingredients here carry irritation flags. If your skin is reactive or you have rosacea, introduce this slowly, or ask a dermatologist first.
Recorded ingredient risks
Allergen

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 21 ingredients on the label.

6
Emollient

Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells

5
Fragrance / colour

Changes how the product smells or looks

2
Solvent

Dissolves and carries everything else

1
Antioxidant

Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution

1
Occlusive

Forms a film that slows water loss

1
Preservative

Keeps the product free of microbial growth

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae

Anti-Aging Hydration
4 scientific references
  • Pediatric Dermatology, August 2018, ePublication; and January-February 2013, pages 42-50
  • Chemicke Zvesti, May 2018, pages 2, 607-2, 615
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, December 2017, ePublication
  • Dermatology, October 2014, pages 230-239
Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe seed kernel of the Sweet Almond Tree, Prunus amygdalus var. dulcis, Rosaceae

Estimated level
5–20%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive, Olea europaea L., Oleaceae. It consists primarily of the glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic

Hydration Anti-Aging
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant, Limnanthes alba, Limnanthaceae.

Hydration Anti-Aging
Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed or extracted from seeds of the desert shrub, Jojoba, Simmondsia chinensis, Buxaceae

Estimated level
2–10%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.

Olea Europaea Husk Oil is the oil obtained from the solvent extraction of the Olive husk, Olea europaea L., Oleaceae

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line

7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavender, Lavandula angustifolia, Labiatae. ISO 8902:2009

Allergen
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Lavandula Hybrida Oil is the essential oil obtained from the flowers of the Lavandin, Lavandula hybrida, Labiatae

Allergen
9 Olus Oil Emollient
Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Olus Oil is an expressed oil of vegetable origin consisting primarily of triglycerides of fatty acids

Estimated level
1–5%
Confidence
Moderate — INCI order above the 1% line
Roles
Occlusive

10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.

Styrax Benzoin Gum is a balsamic resin obtained from the Benzoin, Styrax benzoin, Styracaceae. It is a product which may contain resin acids and their esters, terpenes, and oxidation or polymerisation products of these terpenes

11 Tocopherol Antioxidant
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Antioxidant

11th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Anti-Aging Evens Skin Tone Soothing
4 scientific references
  • Journal or Agricultural and Food Chemistry, June 2010, pages 7013-7020
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, November 2001, pages 1212-1217
  • Canadian Family Physician, July 2006, pages 855-856
  • Dermatologic Surgery, April 1999, pages 311-315
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

12th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose, Oenothera biennis, Onagraceae

Hydration Anti-Aging Soothing
2 scientific references
  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, January 2016, pages 188-193
  • Annals of Dermatology, December 2014, pages 706-712
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

13th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil is the psoralen-free volatile oil obtained from the fruit of Citrus aurantium L. var. bergamia, Rutaceae; Oils, bergamot; bergamot oil bergaptene free

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

14th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Elemi Resin Oil. Canarium Luzonicum Gum Oil is an essential oil obtained from the resin exudate of the Elemi, Canarium luzonicum syn. C. commune, Burseraceae

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line

15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil is the volatile oil distilled from the leaves of the Sweet Marjoram, Origanum majorana L., Labiatae

16 Linalool Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol

Allergen
17 Limonene Solvent
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Fragrance / colour

17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Allergen
18 Geraniol Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

Allergen
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Solvent, Preservative, Fragrance / colour

19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Benzyl benzoate; Phenylmethyl benzoate

Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Emollient

20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

Tris(PPG-3 Benzyl Ether) Citrate is the reaction product of Citric Acid and propoxylated benzyl alcohol containing an average of 3 moles of propylene oxide

21 Citral Fragrance / colour
Estimated level
under 1%
Confidence
Moderate — listed below the 1% line
Roles
Fragrance / colour

21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.

2,6-Octadienal, 3,7-dimethyl-; 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal

Allergen

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Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram?

HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL, PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL, LIMNANTHES ALBA SEED OIL, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS SEED OIL, OLEA EUROPAEA HUSK OIL, LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA OIL, LAVANDULA HYBRIDA OIL, OLUS OIL, STYRAX BENZOIN GUM, TOCOPHEROL, OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL, CANARIUM LUZONICUM GUM OIL, ORIGANUM MAJORANA LEAF OIL, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, TRIS(PPG-3 BENZYL ETHER) CITRATE, CITRAL.

How do I use Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram?

Massage the oil into parts of the body requires energy circulation such as armpits and thighs to relax the tension. Alternatively, apply on slightly damp skin after showering to form a moisturizing film that prevents skin dehydration.

What skin types is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Dry, Combination (dry) skin best. It is the least natural fit for Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram good for sensitive skin?

Some ingredients here carry irritation flags, so sensitive skin should patch test on the jawline for a few days before applying it to the whole face.

Is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram fungal acne safe?

6 ingredients could feed malassezia: Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Origanum Majorana Leaf Oil. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.

Can I use Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram while pregnant?

Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.

Is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram fragrance free?

No — it contains Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral.

Does Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram contain essential oils?

Yes — it contains Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol.

Is Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram?

Use it morning and evening, after serums.

How many ingredients does Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram have?

It lists 21 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Serene Body Oil Lavender & Marjoram?

AROMATICA.

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