Farnesol

  • May Cause Irritation
  • May Worsen Eczema
  • May Worsen Redness
  • May Irritate Lips
  • EU Listed Allergen
  • Fragrance

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Farnesol

Farnesol is a fragrance ingredient used to add or adjust a product’s scent or flavor.[1] The properties and feel of finished products containing Farnesol may vary depending on the concentration, the other ingredients used with it, the formula’s acidity, and manufacturing conditions. In cosmetics, it is used to reduce the prominence of unpleasant odors and to add fragrance to products or adjust the characteristic odor of raw materials.[2]

Farnesol Details

Ingredient function
Deodorant, Perfuming
Main product categories
Perfume, Moisturizing Cream, Face Oil
INCI name
FARNESOL
CosIng ID
33921

Farnesol References

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