Beta Pinene
What Beta Pinene is & what it does
Beta Pinene is a naturally occurring monoterpene found in pine and many essential oils, contributing a fresh, woody-pine aroma. In cosmetics it is generally used as a fragrance and aroma component rather than a functional skincare active. As a volatile terpene it is part of the scent profile of a formula. It is not a UV filter.
What is Beta Pinene?
It is a naturally occurring monoterpene found in pine and many essential oils, with a fresh, woody-pine aroma. It is generally used as a fragrance component.
What does Beta Pinene do in cosmetics?
It contributes to the scent profile of a formula as a volatile aroma compound, rather than acting as a functional skincare active. It is not a UV filter.
Is Beta Pinene safe?
It is generally considered safe at the small amounts used for fragrance, and no specific concern is flagged here. Because it is a fragrant terpene, sensitive skin may prefer to patch test scented products.
Sunscreens with Beta Pinene
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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Soleil Toujours Face Glow Tinted Moisturizer Mineral SPF 50 With Vitamin C
71/100
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Soleil Toujours Face Glow Tinted Moisturizer Mineral SPF 50 With Vitamin C & Niacinamide
71/100