Snapshot
- Overview
- A warm, floral-spicy fragrance ingredient with long-lasting scent.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Fragrance
Hexyl Cinnam-Aldehyde
Hexyl cinnam-aldehyde is an aromatic aldehyde prized for a sweet, floral-spicy character and notable diffusion. It's used in perfumes and scented cosmetics to add warm depth, extend floral bouquets, and provide a lingering trail.
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Our take
Is Hexyl Cinnam-Aldehyde a Good Ingredient?
It's Fair because, while it delivers a lasting floral-spicy character, it's a listed fragrance allergen with a higher sensitization risk, especially in leave-on products, which is what keeps it from Good.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Adds cozy floral-spice warmth with good persistence. Improves overall bouquet and projection.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Found in perfumes, body lotions, and scented candles to convey warmth and increase sillage in personal and home fragrance.
Before you use it
Safety
Recognized contact allergen; may cause irritation or allergic dermatitis in susceptible users. EU/UK requires labeling above 0.001% (leave-on) and 0.01% (rinse-off); adhere to IFRA limits.
Products with Hexyl Cinnam-Aldehyde
