Synonym(s)
Linalool (INCI-Kennzeichnung)
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Linool is the main ingredient in the essential oil of basil. Linoleum is also found in many other plants such as lavender, thyme, marjoram, coriander and oregano. It has the smell of lily of the valley.
Furthermore linalool belongs to the aromas in wines (e.g. muscatel).
The substance can be absorbed through the skin and can also be inhaled.
Type IV sensitizations are known but rather rare.
Linool is part of the DGK fragrance series. The test is carried out 10% in Vaseline.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Andersch Björkman Y et al (2014) Air-oxidized linalool elicits eczema in allergic patients - a repeated open application test study. Contact dermatitis 70:129-138
- Audrain H et al (2014) Allergy to oxidized limonene and linalool is frequent in the U.K. Br J Dermatol 171:292-297
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