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 name4-TERPINEOL
FunctionFRAGRANCE
CAS number562-74-3
EC number209-235-5
Prevalence78 products (0.08% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches40

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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