CITRONELLOL
What is it?
“Citronellol, or dihydrogeraniol, is a natural acyclic monoterpenoid with the chemical formula C10H20O.” – Wikipedia
What are the effects?
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How is it used?
Citronellol is used as a fragrance and masking (reduces or inhibits the basic odor of a product) ingredient in cosmetics products* such as perfumes. Because of its sweet, rose like aroma, it is one of the most common fragrance ingredients.
The substance is also found in insect repellents, spices and food additives, for example in flavoring of beverages.
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