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Ingredient

Amyl Cinnamal

A synthetic aroma chemical (also called amyl cinnamaldehyde) with a sweet, jasmine-like floral scent, used purely to add fragrance to a formula; it is one of the aroma substances EU cosmetics law requires to be named on the label because it can cause allergic reactions in some people.

Key facts

INCI name
Amyl Cinnamal
Evidence grade
moderate evidence
Reviewed

Similar ingredients

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Good to know

Fragrance allergencaution

One of the fragrance compounds the EU requires to be declared, because a minority of people react to it.

What it does

moderate evidence

Benefits

  • Adds a sweet, jasmine-like floral note to a formula

Side effects

  • Can cause allergic contact dermatitis (redness, itch, rash) in fragrance-sensitised people

Who it's for

Anyone who wants a scented product and is not fragrance-sensitive.

Who should be careful

People with fragrance allergy, sensitive or eczema-prone skin, or a known reaction to this allergen.

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