Ingredient

eucalyptol

Mid risk

FunctionFragrance allergen

What it is

Eucalyptol (also called cineole) is the main aromatic component of eucalyptus oil. It is used for scent and its cooling, antimicrobial character.

What it does

It provides a fresh, camphor-like aroma and a cooling sensation, and is sometimes included for its reputation for a purifying feel.

Typical use

Appears in scalp, body and aromatic products, and in some oral and rinse-off formulas, usually at low levels.

Who it suits / good to know

As an aromatic compound, it may not suit those avoiding fragrance ingredients.

Safety

Graded mid risk as a recognised fragrance allergen with sensitisation potential; it can irritate sensitive or compromised skin. Patch-test before regular use and avoid if you know you react to it. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Mid: Mid risk - recognised fragrance allergen with sensitization potential.
Cross-reference

Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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