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2-CARENYL METHYL KETONE.

Optional CAS 3608-11-5 / PERFUMING

A synthetic fragrance compound that delivers herbal, woody, and spicy notes reminiscent of clary sage or lavender. This bicyclic ketone functions purely as a perfuming agent, providing sensorial enhancement without documented skin-improving bioactivity.

perfuming

Science

Functions solely through olfactory receptor activation to impart fragrance, with no established pathways for skin improvement such as collagen synthesis or antioxidant activity


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 RIFM Human Maximization Test demonstrated absence of skin sensitization reactions

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

Primarily used for fragrance purposes at low concentrations with established safety thresholds


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates high stability in hydrophobic environments with minimal water solubility (61.11 mg/L) but excellent compatibility with alcohols and glycols

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Highly acidic or alkaline environments

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
10.0%%
Sensitization risk Low

Approved by RIFM Expert Panel for Fragrance Safety with exposure levels maintained below Dermal Sensitization Threshold of 900 μg/cm²


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Optional

A well-tolerated fragrance ingredient that serves purely aesthetic purposes without contributing therapeutic skin benefits.


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