In our reference data, Cinnamic Alcohol is a drying alcohol.
Cinnamic alcohol (cinnamyl alcohol) is a naturally occurring aromatic alcohol used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in cosmetics and personal care products. It is a well-known contact allergen and is one of the components of fragrance mix I used in patch testing.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Allergic contact dermatitis | Common | One of the most frequent fragrance contact allergens; commonly identified through patch testing with fragrance mix I. |
Skin irritation | Uncommon | May cause irritant reactions, redness, or stinging in sensitive individuals. |
Contact urticaria | Rare | Immediate hives-type reaction reported in isolated cases. |
Photosensitivity reactions | Very rare | Rarely associated with light-aggravated skin reactions. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.