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LINALOOL OXIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Linalool Oxide is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Linalool oxide refers to the 5-membered ring furano derivative formed by oxidation of linalool (a major component of many essential oils including lavender, basil, and tea tree). The oxidation occurs both in stored essential oils and during atmospheric exposure of cosmetic formulations. The furano-epoxide forms are the primary sensitisers. EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III (as amended) requires labelling of linalool and linalool oxide at ≥0.001% in leave-on products as established fragrance allergens. The score of 65 reflects the conditional permitted status — it is not banned but requires attention to purity, oxidation state, and labelling.
Skin benefits
- Contributes to pleasant floral-citrus fragrance in formulations
Known concerns
- Fragrance allergen — requires labelling at ≥0.001% in leave-on products
- Oxidation products (especially furano-epoxides) are primary sensitisers
- Essential oil source variability leads to inconsistent sensitisation potential
- IFRA restrictions on maximum concentration of oxidized material
- Air and light exposure of cosmetic products accelerates oxidation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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