Geraniol in skincare
A fragrance ingredient with a rose-like scent.
What is geraniol?
A fragrance ingredient with a rose-like scent. On the ingredient list, you can find the name Geraniol. The dictionary uses both the common name and the INCI name, so you can compare the explanation with the packaging.
What does geraniol do for skin and the product?
Used as part of fragrance and may occur in plant oils.
Fragrance plays a role in the product experience but is not needed to retain moisture. Fragrance ingredients can be natural or synthetic. Both may be relevant for fragrance allergies.
With a known fragrance allergy, this name is relevant on the ingredient list.
How to read the ingredient list
Look at the product's purpose and overall composition. Position on the list does not tell you the exact concentration used or how your skin will react. One substance can serve several purposes in the same product.
Questions about geraniol
What does geraniol do in skincare?
Used as part of fragrance and may occur in plant oils.
What should I know about geraniol?
With a known fragrance allergy, this name is relevant on the ingredient list.
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About sources and ingredient names
The European Commission's CosIng database is a reference for cosmetic ingredient names and functions. An entry does not constitute approval of all uses or evidence of a particular product effect.
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