Is amyl cinnamal safe in skincare?

Amyl cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance on the EU list of allergens requiring disclosure above set thresholds. Safety assessments have found it acceptable as used in cosmetics, though fragrance-sensitive users may want to verify their tolerance first.

Why do cosmetics disclose amyl cinnamal?

Amyl cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient used for its jasmine-like scent. The EU requires it to be named on labels above certain concentrations because it is a recognized fragrance allergen.

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Amyl Cinnamal

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Amyl cinnamal is a synthetic jasmine-like fragrance material on the EU list of allergens requiring disclosure. It has shown sensitizing potential in some human and animal studies, so fragrance-sensitive users may want to check the label.

Worth knowing

EU-labelled fragrance allergen
Known contact sensitizer for some
Restricted in the EU

Named-label requirement in the EU above 0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off, per SCCS fragrance allergen opinion.

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Questions

Is amyl cinnamal safe in skincare?: Amyl cinnamal is a synthetic fragrance on the EU list of allergens requiring disclosure above set thresholds. Safety assessments have found it acceptable as used in cosmetics, though fragrance-sensitive users may want to verify their tolerance first.
Why do cosmetics disclose amyl cinnamal?: Amyl cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient used for its jasmine-like scent. The EU requires it to be named on labels above certain concentrations because it is a recognized fragrance allergen.

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References

SCCS Opinion on Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetic Products ↗

Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.