Ingredient
Benzyl Alcohol
Neutral in 7 Flagged in 18
Scout's take
Benzyl alcohol serves as a solvent and preservative in cosmetic formulations. While it can be a fragrance component, it is generally considered safe in low concentrations.
More from Scout's analyses
Benzyl alcohol is used as a preservative and solvent in cosmetics. While it is considered safe in low concentrations, it can cause irritation in some individuals.
from the analysis of Alima Pure Sedona Radiant Finishing PowderNatural preservative (occurs in many plants) but one of the EU's 26 listed fragrance allergens. Used here purely for preservation, not scent. Minor demerit.
from the analysis of Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Aloe + Oat Milk Ultra Soothing ShampooBenzyl alcohol is used as a preservative and solvent in cosmetics. While it is generally safe, it can cause irritation in some individuals.
from the analysis of ILIA Fullest Volumizing MascaraFound in 25 products
Tanit Moisturizing Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 Coconut + Vanilla
Alima Pure Sedona Radiant Finishing Powder
ILIA Fullest Volumizing Mascara
Briogeo Be Gentle, Be Kind Aloe + Oat Milk Ultra Soothing Shampoo
Henry Rose Jake's House Eau de Parfum
Henry Rose Torn Eau de Parfum
Abel Cobalt Amber Eau de Parfum
Phlur Vanilla Skin Eau de Parfum
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Aussie Miracle Moist Conditioner
Banana Boat Ultra Sport Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum
Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum
Ralph Lauren Polo Blue Eau de Toilette
YSL Black Opium Eau de Parfum
Bath & Body Works PocketBac Japanese Cherry Blossom Hand Sanitizer
YSL Libre Eau de Parfum
Carolina Herrera Good Girl Eau de Parfum
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum
Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette
Dior Miss Dior Eau de Parfum
Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum
Valentino Donna Born in Roma Eau de Parfum
Chanel N°5 Eau de Parfum
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