What is Acetyl Cedrene used for?

Acetyl Cedrene is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products to impart a woody, amber, and musky scent.

Is Acetyl Cedrene safe for sensitive skin?

As a fragrance ingredient, Acetyl Cedrene has the potential to cause sensitization or allergic reactions in individuals with sensitive skin. Patch testing is recommended if you have known fragrance sensitivities.

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Acetyl Cedrene

Also known as: Vertofix, Cedryl Methyl Ketone

Acetyl Cedrene is a synthetic fragrance ingredient with a woody, amber, and musky scent. It is commonly used in perfumes, colognes, and various scented personal care products to provide a long-lasting base note. This ingredient helps to create complex and appealing scent profiles.

Fragrance ingredientVegan

BenefitNone 0 / 4

RiskModerate 1.5 / 4

Sensitization i1.5 / 4

Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based reactions. Fragrance allergens, preservatives, botanicals, and some dyes may score here.

Systemic exposure i0.5 / 4

Whether it has meaningful potential to be absorbed into the body at levels that may matter biologically. Most cosmetic ingredients score low unless there is known concern or high exposure.

Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.

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May cause skin sensitization in some individuals
Can trigger allergic reactions in susceptible people

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Products with Acetyl Cedrene

L'Oréal Paris

Elseve Growth Booster Shampoo

4.2/ 55/7/17

Syoss

Intense Keratin Deep Caring Shampoo

4.1/ 55/12/11

Sebamed

Sensitive Skin Liquid Face & Body Wash

3.6/ 59/14/9

Rituals

Hydrating Calming Serum

3.5/ 520/9/18

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Frequently asked questions

What is Acetyl Cedrene used for?: Acetyl Cedrene is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products to impart a woody, amber, and musky scent.
Is Acetyl Cedrene safe for sensitive skin?: As a fragrance ingredient, Acetyl Cedrene has the potential to cause sensitization or allergic reactions in individuals with sensitive skin. Patch testing is recommended if you have known fragrance sensitivities.