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Pol J Cosmetol 2008, 11(4): 307-312pl,en  The use of terpene alcohols in cosmeticsLidia Chrząstek, Barbara Dondela Instytut Chemii i Ochrony Środowiska, Akademia im. Jana Długosza w Częstochowie Summary Aim. In the paper the terpenoid alcohols - menthol, geraniol and linalool are described, showing their preparation, properties and applications. The oils containing terpenoid alcohols, used in aromatherapy (orange oil and sandal oil) are also presented. Moreover the application of terpenoid alcohols in cosmetics is described on examples of some products which can be prepared at home or in laboratory exercises of cosmetic chemistry (tooth-powder, tooth-paste, rose-lotion for imbrocation, orange cream). Methods. The described cosmetic products are obtained at home or in laboratory from terpenoid oils and alcohols.. Results and Conclusions. It was established that the described products may be used during four weeks. The obtained cosmetics contain no preservatives, are easily absorbed through skin, have a pleasant, mild fragrance. Tooth-powder and tooth-paste contain menthol, which exists in natural scents, and has refreshing and cooling properties. Key words: menthol, geraniol, nerol |