fragrance
OCTAHYDRO-3,8-DIMETHYLAZULEN-5-YLPROPAN-2-OL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Octahydro-3,8-dimethylazulen-5-ylpropan-2-ol is a sesquiterpene alcohol related to guaiol, used as a woody fragrance note. Like many fragrance compounds it carries sensitization potential and IFRA limits.
Skin benefits
- Guaiol-related sesquiterpene alcohol used in fragrance
- Provides woody, balsamic scent profile
- Stable in alcoholic perfume bases
Known concerns
- Fragrance ingredient with potential for skin sensitization
- May be subject to IFRA usage restrictions
- Often included in undisclosed parfum blends
- Limited individual SCCS review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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