Benzyl Alcohol

  • May Cause Irritation
  • May Worsen Eczema
  • May Worsen Redness
  • May Irritate Lips
  • EU Listed Allergen
  • Preservative

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to add fragrance to products or adjust the characteristic odor of raw materials, inhibit the growth of microorganisms in products and delay deterioration during storage, and dissolve other raw materials to create a uniform formula.[3] It is also used to adjust the formula's viscosity and flow.[3] In Europe, when used as a preservative, it is permitted at up to 1.0%.[2]

Benzyl Alcohol Details

Ingredient function
Perfuming, Preservative, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Main product categories
Moisturizing Cream, Perfume, Moisturizing/Nourishing Shampoo
INCI name
BENZYL ALCOHOL
CosIng ID
32153

Benzyl Alcohol References

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