2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol
What 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is & what it does
2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol, also known as dihydromyrcenol, is a synthetic fragrance alcohol with a fresh, citrus-floral, lime-like scent. In cosmetic and sunscreen products it is used as a fragrance component to shape the overall scent. As a fragrance material it is included for sensory rather than functional skincare reasons.
What does 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol do in skincare?
2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol, also known as dihydromyrcenol, is a fragrance ingredient. It contributes a fresh, citrus-floral, lime-like scent to a product. It is added for its smell rather than for any skincare benefit.
Is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol natural or synthetic?
2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is typically synthetic, produced as a fragrance material. It belongs to the family of fragrance alcohols used to build a product's scent. People sensitive to fragrance may prefer to check the full ingredient list.
Is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol safe?
2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol is used as a fragrance component in cosmetics within established usage levels. As with other fragrance materials, it may be a concern for people prone to fragrance sensitivity. If you have reactive skin, patch testing a new product first is a sensible step.
Sunscreens with 2,6-Dimethyl-7-Octen-2-Ol
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Skinvisibles Invisible Mist SPF 50
94/100
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Ultrasun Active Transparent Sports Spray Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
92/100
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Ultrasun Sports Gel Spf50
92/100
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Ultrasun Professional Protection Ultrasun Sports High Spf 50 Clear Spray Formula
92/100
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Skinvisibles Sun Celebrator SPF 50
92/100
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Ultrasun Sport Spray (SPF 30)
92/100
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Estée Lauder Double Wear Maximum Coverage
49/100