4-Terpineol
4-Terpineol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance agent. It is used in 78 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | 4-TERPINEOL |
| Function | FRAGRANCE |
| CAS number | 562-74-3 |
| EC number | 209-235-5 |
| Prevalence | 78 products (0.08% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 40 |
Used in
Facial Treatments 16.7%Toners 14.1%Serums 12.8%Face Cleansers 7.7%General Moisturizers 7.7%Body Lotions 3.8%
Frequently asked
- What does 4-Terpineol do in skincare?
- 4-Terpineol functions as a fragrance agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is 4-Terpineol allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain 4-Terpineol?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially facial treatments (16.7% of its uses).
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