What is Linalyl Acetate?

Linalyl Acetate is a fragrance ingredient with a sweet, floral, and fruity scent, found naturally in plants like lavender and bergamot, and also produced synthetically.

Can Linalyl Acetate cause skin irritation?

Like many fragrance ingredients, Linalyl Acetate can cause skin sensitization or allergic reactions in some individuals, particularly those with pre-existing sensitivities.

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Linalyl Acetate

Linalyl Acetate is a naturally occurring or synthetic fragrance compound found in many flowers and spice plants, such as lavender and bergamot. It has a pleasant, sweet, floral, and fruity aroma. It is widely used in perfumes, soaps, and other cosmetic products to provide a fresh scent.

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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Can cause skin sensitization in some individuals
May trigger allergic reactions

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Products with Linalyl Acetate

L'Oréal Paris

Elseve Growth Booster Shampoo

4.2/ 55/7/17

Syoss

Intense Color Deep Caring Shampoo

4.1/ 56/12/15

Syoss

Intense Keratin Deep Caring Shampoo

4.1/ 55/12/11

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Frequently asked questions

What is Linalyl Acetate?: Linalyl Acetate is a fragrance ingredient with a sweet, floral, and fruity scent, found naturally in plants like lavender and bergamot, and also produced synthetically.
Can Linalyl Acetate cause skin irritation?: Like many fragrance ingredients, Linalyl Acetate can cause skin sensitization or allergic reactions in some individuals, particularly those with pre-existing sensitivities.