Lanalool

LAN

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Linalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products. It is found in many essential oils and is widely used to impart floral, woody, or citrus-like scent notes. It is not a skin treatment active; its main cosmetic role is perfuming. Linalool is also a recognized fragrance allergen that must be labeled in the EU above specified thresholds.

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

FragranceAllergen

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

154.25 g/mol

Typical Concentration

0.00% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 78-70-6

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin3/10

oily skin4/10

sensitive skin0/10

acne prone2/10

mature skin2/10

normal skin3/10

Interactions

incompatible with: other fragrance allergens, essential oils, known sensitizers, oxidized fragrance materials

Risks & Warnings

Can cause skin sensitization, allergic contact dermatitis, and irritation, especially in leave-on products or oxidized materials. Fragrance-sensitive users may react even at low levels. In the EU, it is one of the listed fragrance allergens and must be declared when present above 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products.

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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