Benzyl Alcohol
Permitted for cosmetic use at regulated concentrations, but it can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals and is a recognized fragrance allergen requiring labeling under applicable conditions.
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Permitted for cosmetic use at regulated concentrations, but it can cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals and is a recognized fragrance allergen requiring labeling under applicable conditions.
What it does
Functions as a preservative, solvent, and fragrance ingredient and may also occur naturally in botanical extracts and essential oils.
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.