Geranyl Acetate
What Geranyl Acetate is & what it does
Geranyl Acetate is a naturally occurring ester found in rose, geranium, and citrus oils, used primarily as a fragrance ingredient for its sweet, floral, rose-like scent. In a formula its role is to contribute to or round out the product's fragrance rather than to provide a skincare benefit. As a fragrance component it can be an allergen for fragrance-sensitive individuals, so sensitive users may prefer to patch test, though no concern is flagged for it here.
What is Geranyl Acetate?
Geranyl Acetate is a naturally occurring ester found in rose, geranium, and citrus oils. In cosmetics it is used as a fragrance ingredient for its sweet, floral scent.
What does Geranyl Acetate do in a formula?
Its role is to contribute to or round out the product's fragrance rather than to provide a skincare benefit. It helps give the product a pleasant, rose-like aroma.
Is Geranyl Acetate safe?
It is generally considered safe as a fragrance ingredient, though fragrance components can be an allergen for some people. Fragrance sensitive users may prefer to patch test, even though no concern is flagged here.
Sunscreens with Geranyl Acetate
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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PS Light Weight Daily Face SPF 50+
80/100
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Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50
66/100