Ingredient Directory
Vegetable (perilla/cherry/lavender oils)

Perillyl Alcohol

4-Isopropenylcyclohexane-1-methanol / p-Mentha-1

Safety Flags
Endocrine Disruptor
Safety Notes

Natural fragrance systems solvent

Function & Common Use

Function

8-dien-7-ol

Category

SOLV

Common In

None

Origin

Solvent

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Fragrance allergen assessment; IFRA limits

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No

Format restriction: No formal limit

Baby restriction: Both

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perillyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?

Perillyl Alcohol has a High concern rating. Natural fragrance systems solvent

Is Perillyl Alcohol allowed in India?

Perillyl Alcohol is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Fragrance allergen assessment; IFRA limits.

What is Perillyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?

Perillyl Alcohol functions as: 8-dien-7-ol. It is commonly found in: None.

Is Perillyl Alcohol safe for babies?

Perillyl Alcohol has baby/child restrictions: Both. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Vegetable (perilla/cherry/lavender oils)
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
-
EU
Low
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

EU Annex: Permitted

Identifiers

CAS536-90-3
EC208-641-3

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