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Fragrance

PHENETHYL ALCOHOL

CAS 60-12-8
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Phenethyl alcohol — a rose-scented aroma chemical and mild preservative booster. Generally well-tolerated at fragrance levels but irritating if undiluted.

Function

FRAGRANCE

Skin benefits

  • Floral rose-like scent
  • Mild preservative booster
  • Naturally occurring in roses

Known concerns

  • Fragrance allergen potential
  • Eye and skin irritant if undiluted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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