Benzyl Salicylate
Benzyl Salicylate is an uv absorber and perfuming ingredient. It’s in 862 products on Poliage, most often fragrance, conditioner and shampoo. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Fragrance allergens (EU 26).
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A faint floral scent compound that also absorbs some UV light. EU labels must list it above a set level.
What it does
Contains Benzyl Salicylate: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Benzyl Salicylate: uv-absorber
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32159, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Benzyl Salicylate
Rituals
The Ritual of Karma Instant Care Hand Lotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates
Rituals
The ritual of namaste anti-aging day cream
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Rituals
The ritual of sakura
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sachajuan
THERMAL PROTECTION SPRAY
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
Ouai
Thick Hair Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones
Ouai
Thick Hair Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, coconut derivatives
Sachajuan
THICKENING CONDITIONER
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Sachajuan
THICKENING SHAMPOO
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Après-Shampooing Illuminant 300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Blond Lumière Après Shampoing à l’extrait de Camomille Cheveux Blonds
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Unilever
Timotei Blond Lumière Shampoing à l’Extrait de Camomille Lot 6x300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Blond Lumière Shampoing Femme à l’Extrait de Camomille
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Brillance Miroir Laque à l’Extrait Naturel de Patchouli Fixation Moyenne
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
Unilever
timotei champu fresco y fuerte
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Laque Volume de Reve
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
Unilever
Timotei sh illum 300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Shampooing 2 en 1 Douceur 300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Shampooing Detox 300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Timotei Shampooing Femme Illuminant 2x300ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Grown Alchemist
Tomorrowland Hand + Body Lotion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Grown Alchemist
Tomorrowland Hand + Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Nivea
Tônico Facial Nivea Controle do Brilho
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens
Fenty Skin
Total Cleans’r Remove-It-All Cleanser
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Total Repair 5 Soin démêlant instantané reconstituant Cicamide + Pro-Kératine
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, silicones
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