Ingredient

Terpineol

Neutral in 8

What is Terpineol?

Terpineol is a naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol found in various essential oils, including pine oil and petitgrain oil. It is often produced synthetically for commercial purposes.

Terpineol is commonly used as a fragrance agent in perfumes, cosmetics, and soaps due to its pleasant floral aroma. It also finds applications as a flavoring agent in food products and is used in some cleaning products. Current research indicates that terpineol is generally considered safe for use in these applications.

When reviewing product labels, note that terpineol is often incorporated in small quantities, primarily for its fragrance and flavoring properties, which minimizes any potential adverse effects.

Commonly found in: perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, cleaning products, flavored foods

FDA

The FDA recognizes terpineol as generally safe for use as a flavoring agent and fragrance.

Research

Studies on terpineol show it to be safe in typical usage concentrations, with low potential for adverse reactions.

Vegan

As a plant-derived compound, terpineol is typically considered vegan-friendly.

Sources: Overview of Terpineol