Turpentine

TUR

1/10

Concern level

Low concern

Turpentine is a volatile mixture of terpenes obtained by distillation of pine resin/oleoresin. In cosmetics it has historically been used as a fragrance ingredient, but EU consumer cosmetic use is prohibited and it is more commonly encountered as an industrial solvent. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/19301/turpentine/))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential Oil

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

136 g/mol

CAS Number: 8006-64-2

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin0/10

oily skin1/10

sensitive skin0/10

acne prone0/10

mature skin0/10

normal skin0/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Avoid combining with other known fragrance allergens or essential oils due to additive sensitization risk., Avoid using with harsh exfoliants or retinoids on the same area because irritated skin may react more strongly., Avoid eye-area products and occlusive leave-on formats that can increase irritation exposure.

Risks & Warnings

High risk of skin, eye, and respiratory irritation; can act as a skin sensitizer/allergen; flammable; toxic if swallowed or inhaled at sufficient exposure; and may contribute to eczema or contact dermatitis. PubChem/HSDB and CAMEO list turpentine as a skin/eye/respiratory irritant and skin sensitizer. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Turpentine?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Tatcha

The Longevity Skin Strength + Resilience Serum for Visible Firming and Smoothing