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DIHYDROCITRONELLOL.

Questionable CAS 106-21-8 / FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING

As a fatty alcohol lipid, Dihydrocitronellol functions primarily as an emollient, emulsifier, and fragrance ingredient in cosmetic formulations. It helps to condition the skin and enhance product texture.

Summary

fragrance ingredient skin conditioning - emollient emulsifier surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This fatty alcohol acts by forming an occlusive layer on the skin's surface, reducing transepidermal water loss and promoting skin hydration. It can also aid in blending immiscible liquids as an emulsifier.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Dihydrocitronellol is stable for 24 months when stored tightly sealed in a cool (7-32 °C), dry area away from direct heat and light. It is an extremely weak acidic compound.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Incompatible materials

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Max tested
20%%
Sensitization risk Moderate

While FDA GRAS for food, Dihydrocitronellol is identified as an irritant causing skin and serious eye irritation. IFRA compliance for fragrance indicates safety at typical usage levels for that purpose.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Medium
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

While offering emollient properties, Dihydrocitronellol's classification as an irritant with medium irritancy risk and insufficient CIR data makes its use questionable for precision skincare, especially for sensitive skin.

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