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Fragrance ingredient

Cinnamyl Alcohol

A naturally occurring fragrance alcohol with a floral, balsamic character, found in cinnamon and storax essential oils. Listed as a regulated fragrance allergen under EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Also known as: 3-Phenyl-2-propen-1-ol

fragrance

Benefits

  • ✓Floral-balsamic fragrance compound found in cinnamon, hyacinth, and other plant essential oils

Watch for

  • ⚠EU Annex III listed fragrance allergen requiring label declaration above 0.001% in leave-on products
  • ⚠Potential sensitizer; avoid in formulas for very sensitive or reactive skin
At a glance
CategoryFragrance
IrritancyModerate–high
Beginner-friendlyYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

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Products with Cinnamyl Alcohol

Lotion P50Toner
Biologique Recherche
Lotion P50