Pinene

Pinene is a volatile aromatic terpene found in pine resins, used as a fragrance component in personal care products. It's selected to give a fresh, resinous scent, adjust aroma diffusion, and shape the top-note character of formulas.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A pine-scented fragrance ingredient that adds a fresh, crisp note.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Fragrance

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Provides a crisp, pine-like top note that makes routines feel fresh and airy. Also modulates diffusion and brightness in fragrance accords.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in fragranced cleansers, body washes, and perfumes as a bright top-note component. Also used in hair styling sprays and mists for a fresh aroma.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Carries irritation and sensitization risk due to its volatile terpene nature, increased with oxidation or in sensitive skin. Typically used within IFRA guidelines. Avoid use on broken skin and consider patch testing.

Is Pinene a Good Ingredient?

Fair: Useful for a vivid, pine-like scent, but provides no proven skin benefits and can irritate or sensitize, especially in leave-on products or when oxidized. Best for users who tolerate fragrance well.

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