Fragrance ingredient

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes

A synthetic ketone aromatic compound (C16H26O) used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, also known as Iso E Super or TENA.

Also known as: isoe super, tena

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Benefits

  • Enhances product scent and perfumes the skin
  • Masks unpleasant odors in formulations

Watch for

  • EU-regulated fragrance allergen with documented sensitizing properties
  • May cause allergic reactions in fragrance-sensitive individuals
  • Long-term use can cause permanent skin sensitization according to CosDNA

In depth

What it does

A synthetic ketone aromatic compound (C16H26O) used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, also known as Iso E Super or TENA. As an fragrance ingredient, it is particularly valued for enhances product scent and perfumes the skin and masks unpleasant odors in formulations.

At a glance
CategoryFragrance
IrritancyModerate–high
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 15 products
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Products with Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes

Nordic-C Dark Spot Serum
Lumene
Nordic-C Dark Spot Serum
Moisturizing Sheet MaskSheet Mask
Lumene
Moisturizing Sheet Mask
Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Dark Spot Night SerumSerum
Lumene
Nordic Bloom Anti-Wrinkle & Dark Spot Night Serum
Nordic-C Exfoliating Gel CleanserCleanser
Lumene
Nordic-C Exfoliating Gel Cleanser
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight BalmBalm
Lumene
Nordic Bloom Vitality Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight Balm
Nordic-C Glow Renew Night CreamMoisturizer
Lumene
Nordic-C Glow Renew Night Cream