Geranium is a cosmetic ingredient. Also known as Rhodinol.
Solubility Insoluble in glycerol, water; soluble in most fixed oils, propylene glycol
Formula
C10H20O
Mol. Weight
156.26
CAS #
92347-05-2
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Adds Fragrance
Traditional Use
Derived from rose oil, rhodinol is a naturally-occurring compound isolated and studied in the 20th century. Used in perfumery and skincare for its rose scent and potential skin-conditioning properties.
