A woody fragrance ingredient that adds a subtle scent while helping to condition and soften skin.
CAS #
54464-57-2, 54464-59-4, 68155-66-8, 68155-67-9
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Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polycyclic compound developed in the mid-20th century for use as a fragrance ingredient and solvent in cosmetics. It provides a woody, musky scent profile and was created to offer stability and longevity in fragrance formulations.