Citronellol
Citronellol is a perfuming ingredient. It’s in 1,408 products on Poliage, most often fragrance, hair styling and deodorant. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Fragrance allergens (EU 26).
Updated October 26, 2026
In plain English
A rose- and citronella-like scent compound. EU labels must list it above a set level.
What it does
Contains Citronellol: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32861, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Citronellol
Rituals
Serenity Indian Rose & Sweet Almond Oil
300 ml · Label from Netherlands · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Deliplus
Serum Plex Repair
Label from Morocco and Romania · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Head & Shoulders
Shampoing 2en1 citrus fresh
Label from France · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Cosmia
Shampoing antipelliculaire citrus
0.4 l · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Shampoing technique lisse
0.25 l · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Deliplus
shampoo color intense
Label from Spain · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampoo Elseve L’Oréal Hydra Detox 48h Anti-Caspa com 200ml
250 ml · Label from Brazil · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Sedal
Shampoo Hialurónico + Vitamina A
190 ml · Label from Bolivia and Chile · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, retinoid, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampoo L’Oréal Paris Elseve Liso dos Sonhos 200ml
200 ml · Label from Brazil · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
L’Oréal
Shampooing 2 en 1 au lait de vanille et pulpe de papaye
250 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing à l’extrait de tilleul
250 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Shampooing antipelliculaire Citrus Fresh
300 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Shampooing antipelliculaire Citrus Fresh (maxi pack)
700 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Shampooing Blond Lumière - Timotei
750 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Cora
Shampooing Doux cheveux blonds Camomille
250 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Garnier
Shampooing doux Ultra Doux
300 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Nivea
Shampooing soin douceur hydra douceur
400 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Shampooing soleil à l’huile de Monoï et Néroli
250 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Shea butter scent 48h odor protection
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
L’Oréal
Shirt Control
50 ml · Label from Germany · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Unilever
Shower Fresh
75 ml · Label from Germany · Ingredients incomplete, can’t check
Moroccanoil
Shower Gel Ambiance de Plage
Body wash · 8.5 fl oz · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Shower gel mysterious time
0.25 l · Label from France and World · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Si
50ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, chemical UV filters
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