TERPINEOL

 

THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

ANTI-NOCICEPTIVE: Pain reducing
ANTI-ULCERATIVE
ANTI-CONVULSANT
ANTI-PROLIFERATIVE: Inhibits cancer cell growth
ANTIOXIDANT: Prevents oxidative damage in cells and molecules of the body

TERPINEOL FACTS

Terpineol can refer to any one of four monoterpenes that occur in hundreds of plants. It can also smell sweet, fresh and a bit like lilacs or roses, and quite different to lavender. 

Terpineol is found in cardamom, cajuput oil and pine oil. It has biological applications as an antioxidant, anticancer, anticonvulsant, antiulcer, antihypertensive, anti-nociceptive (pain reducing) compound.

Terpineol commonly occurs in more than 150 plants, including flowers, fruits, and spices such as apples, basil, limes, lilac, grapefruit, rosemary, eucalyptus, and pine trees.

It is often used in skincare and cosmetics, such as soap, lotion, and perfume, and is favored for its soft lilac profile. Terpineol can also enhance membrane permeability, making it useful for topicals products.

Terpineol often occurs in different teas and is also often used as a flavoring element in condiments and baked goods.