Fragrance
DECENOL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An unsaturated fatty alcohol used as a fragrance/aroma component. PubChem flags it for skin and eye irritation, so it is tolerated only at the very low levels typical of fragrance use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Fragrance ingredient with green-floral note
- Used at small percentages in fine fragrance
- Cosmetic compatibility well established
Known concerns
- GHS H315 skin irritation
- GHS H319 serious eye irritation
- Fragrance allergen — sensitization risk
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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