3-Hexenol
What 3-Hexenol is & what it does
3-Hexenol, often called leaf alcohol, is a small unsaturated alcohol responsible for the fresh, green scent of cut grass and leaves. In cosmetics it is used almost entirely as a fragrance or flavor component rather than for any skin-conditioning effect. Because it is a scent molecule, it appears at very low levels and contributes to the "green" top note of a product's perfume. It carries no UV-filtering role.
What is 3-Hexenol?
3-Hexenol, also called leaf alcohol, is a small alcohol molecule with the fresh green scent of cut grass. In cosmetics it is used almost entirely as a fragrance or flavor component.
What does 3-Hexenol do in a product?
It contributes a green, leafy top note to a product's fragrance and is present at very low levels. It has no skin-conditioning or sun-protection role.
Is 3-Hexenol safe?
As a common fragrance ingredient used in tiny amounts, it is generally considered safe for most people, though anyone sensitive to fragrance may prefer to avoid scented products.
Sunscreens with 3-Hexenol
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Coola Full Spectrum 360° Mineral Sun Silk Moisturizer Organic Face Sunscreen SPF 30
72/100
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Bare Republic Mineral Face Gel Lotion Spf 30
70/100
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Bare Republic Mineral Body Gel Sunscreen Lotion - SPF 30
70/100
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Bare Republic Mineral Sunscreen Gel-lotion SPF 30
70/100
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Coola Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Lotion Spf 30 - Cucumber
68/100