Ingredient dictionary

Amyl Cinnamal

A synthetic scent chemical that gives products a soft, floral, jasmine-like smell. It is added mainly for fragrance. It is on the label of 18 products in our library. Checked against our library November 6, 2026.

The catch: amyl cinnamal can cause skin reactions in some people, and it is one of the 26 fragrance allergens the EU asks brands to list on labels, so check the label if you know you react to it.

Labelled fragrance allergens. If you know you react to one of them, this is the line to check. They also show up in products scented only with essential oils.

What Amyl Cinnamal does

Adds a soft floral scent
Blends into jasmine-style fragrances
Helps round out a fragrance blend

Amyl cinnamal is made by synthesis from simpler chemicals, not taken directly from plants. It belongs to the cinnamal family, a group of scent molecules related to cinnamon-type aromas. Its scent is soft and floral, and it is often used in jasmine-style blends.

Formulators use it mainly to scent shampoos, styling products and moisturizers. It blends easily into many product bases, and it is typically used in small amounts. Brands may name it on the label or keep it inside a general fragrance term, depending on how much they use.

Good for

Shoppers who like floral scents and do not react to fragrance ingredients in general.

Be careful if

Amyl cinnamal can cause skin reactions in some people, and it is one of the 26 fragrance allergens the EU asks brands to list on labels, so check the label if you know you react to it.

Frequently asked questions

Is amyl cinnamal safe?

Amyl cinnamal is widely used in cosmetics and is well studied. It can still cause skin sensitivity in some people, so safety depends on your skin. If you have reacted to fragrance before, patch test new products first and talk with a dermatologist if you are unsure.

Can amyl cinnamal be in fragrance-free products?

Fragrance-free products should not contain added fragrance like amyl cinnamal. Products scented only with essential oils can still contain it, because essential oils naturally hold many scent molecules. Read the full ingredient list if you are sensitive to scent.