3-Hexenol

3-Hexenol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 7 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI name3-HEXENOL
FunctionFRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING
CAS number928-96-1
EC number213-192-8
Prevalence7 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Fragrances 42.9%Exfoliators 28.6%Face Cleansers 14.3%Sunscreens 14.3%

Frequently asked

What does 3-Hexenol do in skincare?
3-Hexenol functions as a fragrance, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is 3-Hexenol allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain 3-Hexenol?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially fragrances (42.9% of its uses).

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