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Linalool

Linalool is a naturally occurring fragrant compound found in many essential oils. It gives a light, floral scent to countless beauty products and is widely used as a perfume ingredient in the UK. While it can be a mild allergen for sensitive skin, it is considered safe and effective in low concentrations.

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How it works in skincare

In cosmetics and skincare, linalool functions primarily as a fragrance and masking agent, imparting a delicate floral note that enhances the sensory experience of creams, serums, cleansers and perfumes. It is often added to help blend and soften harsher scent profiles from other raw materials. Because it occurs naturally in many plant oils, it is frequently listed separately on UK and EU ingredient labels to help consumers who may have fragrance sensitivities identify its presence.

Key benefits

  • Adds a pleasant light floral scent to products
  • Helps mask undesirable odours from raw ingredients
  • Contributes to the overall sensory appeal of skincare and haircare
  • Commonly used in natural and botanical formulations
  • Provides a fresh, clean aroma in bath and body products
  • Enhances the luxurious feel of fine fragrances and creams

Best for

normal skin, combination skin, oily skin, sensitive skin (in low concentrations)

Where it comes from

Linalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in the essential oils of many flowers and plants, most notably lavender, bergamot, rose, jasmine, and coriander.

Products with Linalool

Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Linalool than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.

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