Ingredient
Benzyl Cinnamate
A synthetic fragrance compound with a sweet, balsamic, cinnamon-like scent used as a fixative in perfumery.
Benzyl cinnamate is an ester of benzyl alcohol and cinnamic acid that functions as a fragrance ingredient and fixative. It has a sweet, balsamic scent with cinnamon undertones and is used to enhance and prolong the scent of other fragrance components. It's commonly found in oriental and balsamic fragrance compositions.
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Low concern
Benzyl Cinnamate has a low comedogenic rating and is unlikely to clog pores.
Low concern
Benzyl Cinnamate is considered safe for fungal-acne-prone skin.
Low concern
Benzyl Cinnamate is generally considered safe during pregnancy.
Some caution
Benzyl Cinnamate may cause irritation in sensitive skin types. Reason: known fragrance allergen that can cause allergic contact dermatitis.
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