Very Disliked

Citronellal

Explained

Citronellal is the major component of citronella oil. It is a fragrance with a distinct lemon scent. Citronellal is a known EU allergen and causes contact allergies.

Studies show citronellal has antifungal and mosquito repelling properties.

See all 67 products with Citronellal

Users who like it
4%
Users who avoid it
96%

What it does

Masking Obscuring or blocking
Perfuming A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 75378
INCI Name CITRONELLAL
EC #  203-376-6
All Functions Masking