Farnesol

Functions
Antibacterial
Deodorant
Bacteriostatic
Perfuming
CAS Number(s)
4602-84-0
EINECS number(s)
225-004-1
FDA UNII
EB41QIU6JL

Farnesol is a nature-identical synthetic sesquiterpene with a significant bacteriostatic effect found in many plants and essential oils including Sandalwood, Lemongrass, Tuberose, and Petitgrain oils. It inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria and thus is used in anti-acne and deodorizing applications.

Thanks to the effective inhibition of Gram-positive bacteria growth even at a minimal concentration of 0.15%, Farnesol is a good alternative to Triclosan and is used in many acne-control, body wash, deodorants, and foot care products.

Synonyms
2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-