PURPOSE: An antibacterial composition containing Cinnamomum japonicum essential oil is provided to ensure antibacterial activity against Malassezia pachydermatis, Malassezia furfur, and Candida albicans; and to be applied in skin formulation and cosmetic materials for external use. CONSTITUTION: An antibacterial composition against Candida albicans contains Cinnamomum japonicum essential oil as an active ingredient. The essential oil contains 25-40 wt% of cineole, 10-30 wt% of cymene, 1-10 wt% of linalool, and 0.5-5 wt% of terpineol. The antibacterial composition is manufactured in the form of a solution, a suspension, a spray, a patch, a pad, a cream, an ointment, and a gel.
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