Characteristics
- INCI
- Amyl Cinnamal
- CAS
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122-40-7
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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204-541-5
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- 2-Benzylideneheptanal
- Functions
- perfuming
- EU Restr.
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III/67
EU regulatory status: restricted use. The ingredient is permitted in EU cosmetics but its use and labelling are regulated.
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Who it's for
Description
Amyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient used in many skincare, haircare, and personal care products to give a sweet, floral scent often described as jasmine-like. It does not provide a direct skin-care benefit such as hydration or exfoliation; its main role is to make a formula smell pleasant and more appealing to use. You’ll most often find it in perfumes, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and other scented products.
Because it is a fragrance component rather than an active treatment ingredient, the people who “benefit” most are those who enjoy scented formulas and want a product with a polished, sensory finish. It can help mask less pleasant base odors in a formula and contribute to the overall user experience. In haircare, it works the same way: adding scent rather than changing the condition of the hair itself.
Caveat: Amyl Cinnamal is a known fragrance allergen for some people, especially those with sensitive skin or a history of reacting to scented products. If you’re prone to irritation, eczema, or fragrance sensitivity, it’s worth choosing fragrance-free options or patch testing new products. As always, the full formula matters more than any single ingredient.
Products with Amyl Cinnamal (1 501 total)
Most often found in Biolage products (56 items)
