Amyl Cinnamal

Amyl cinnamal is an aromatic aldehyde fragrance compound with a jasmine-like scent, listed as a fragrance allergen in the EU. Perfumes and cosmetic products use it for floral notes, but it may require labeling due to sensitization concerns.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A jasmine-like fragrance ingredient with no skincare benefit.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Fragrance

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Poor

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Delivers a floral, bouquet-style scent that elevates the sensory experience. Provides no skin care benefit and may bother fragrance-sensitive users.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in perfumes, body lotions, and shampoos to impart a floral note. Frequently included in fragranced creams and deodorants, where allergen disclosure may be required.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Higher potential for irritation and allergic contact dermatitis, especially in leave-on products and sensitive skin. The EU requires labeling when present above 0.001% in leave-on and 0.01% in rinse-off products.

Is Amyl Cinnamal a Good Ingredient?

Rated Poor as it provides fragrance only and is a recognized allergen with a sensitization risk, offering no skincare benefit. In the EU it is subject to allergen labeling, reflecting that risk.

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