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Fragrance

CITRONELLOL

CAS 106-22-9 / 26489-01-0 / 7540-51-4 / 1117-61-9
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

The classic rose-scented fragrance molecule. Lovely smell, but it is on the EU 26-allergens declaration list and a real cause of contact allergy in sensitive users. Watch out if you react to perfumes.

Skin benefits

  • Floral fragrance contribution

Known concerns

  • EU fragrance allergen (mandatory labeling)
  • Skin sensitizer
  • Oxidation increases allergenicity
  • IFRA usage limits

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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