Linalyl Acetate

An ester component found in lavender and other botanical fragrances. It is one of the EU's named fragrance allergens due to documented contact sensitization in dermatitis patients, particularly after oxidation and degradation of the parent materials over time.

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.