Farnesol

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INCI name

  • FARNESOL,

Alternative names

No information available

Origin

  • varied,

Definition

  • 2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-,

INCI function

  • palliative,
  • Solvent,
  • deodorizing,

Substance category

No information available

Characteristics

  • reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
  • helps relieve discomfort of the skin and scalp
  • dissolves other substances
  • declarable fragrance
  • approved for certified natural cosmetics

CAS-No.

  • 4602-84-0,

EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 225-004-1,

Studies, literature and statements

Springer Lexikon Kosmetik, page 154

Antimicrobial (prevents sweat-causing bacteria). Component of several etheric oils.

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