OCTAHYDRO-3,8-DIMETHYLAZULEN-5-YLPROPAN-2-OL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A sesquiterpene alcohol found in cedarwood and guaiac wood oils, used as a fragrance ingredient with a warm, woody aroma profile.
This sesquiterpene alcohol is a naturally occurring component of several essential oils including cedarwood and guaiac wood. It functions as a fragrance and masking ingredient in cosmetic formulations. In the EU, it is not specifically restricted under Annexes II or III of the Cosmetics Regulation, though general fragrance allergen declarations apply.
Skin benefits
- Functions as a fragrance component masking unpleasant product odors
Known concerns
- Potential skin sensitizer in susceptible individuals
- May trigger allergic reactions in fragrance-sensitive consumers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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