Ingredient
Cinnamal
Fragrance ingredient with cinnamon scent. One of the most common causes of fragrance allergy.
Cinnamal is the spicy-smelling aldehyde found in cinnamon. It is a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis and can be highly irritating to skin and mucous membranes.
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Low concern
Cinnamal has a low comedogenic rating and is unlikely to clog pores.
Low concern
Cinnamal is considered safe for fungal-acne-prone skin.
Low concern
Cinnamal is generally considered safe during pregnancy.
Higher concern
Cinnamal is commonly associated with skin irritation or sensitisation. Reason: fragrance compound.
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