Cinnamyl Alcohol

Cinnamyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a perfuming agent. It is used in 227 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCinnamyl alcohol
Function (observed)Perfuming
CAS number104-54-1
EC number203-212-3
Prevalence227 products (0.24% of dataset)
Most used inFragrance
EU statusRestricted (annex III)
Monthly searches720

Used in

Fragrances 69.2%Deodorant 2.6%Body Lotions 1.8%Body Oils 1.8%Blushes 1.3%Grooming 1.3%

Frequently asked

What does Cinnamyl Alcohol do in skincare?
Cinnamyl Alcohol functions as a perfuming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Cinnamyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Cinnamyl Alcohol?
It is most commonly found in Fragrance products, especially fragrances (69.2% of its uses).

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