🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A monoterpenoid alcohol found abundantly in rose, palmarosa, and geranium essential oils. It imparts a beautiful, sweet rose scent but is a known contact allergen for sensitive skin.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Provides a highly desirable floral fragrance to cosmetics.
💡 Pro Tip
Track this ingredient carefully if you have a history of fragrance allergies.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It is safe because it is derived from roses.
The Science
Natural origin does not equal non-allergenic; it is a highly volatile, reactive compound.