Hydroxycitronellal
Hydroxycitronellal is a perfuming ingredient. It’s in 435 products on Poliage, most often fragrance, hair styling and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Fragrance allergens (EU 26).
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A lily-of-the-valley scent compound. EU labels must list it above a set level.
What it does
Contains Hydroxycitronellal: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 34491, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Hydroxycitronellal
Kenra Professional
Truly Thickening Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, silicones, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Ultra Doux Après-shampooing Crème Riche Huile d’Argan et Cranberry
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
L’Oréal
Ultra Doux Shampooing à l’huile d’argan et cranberry
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
l-oreal
Ultra Doux Shampooing au Beurre de cacao et huile de coco
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Nomad Noe
UNTAMED NEROLI - Eau de Parfum
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Ellis Brooklyn
VANILLA RICE Eau de Parfum
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, essential oils
Unilever
Vaseline Cocoa Glow
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, silicones
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Foaming Gel Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Fragrance Mist
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Shea Sugar Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, retinoid, essential oils
Tree Hut
Violet Victory Whipped Shea Body Butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Dove
Vitality Renewal Serum Body Wash with firming Collagen
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Jergens
Warm Amber Shea Fusion
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
Ouai
Wave Spray
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
The Body Shop
White Musk® Deodorant
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
The Body Shop
White Musk® Eau De Parfum
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
The Body Shop
White Musk® Perfume Oil
Fragrance · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
The Body Shop
Wild Jasmine Body Cream
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
The Body Shop
Wild Jasmine Shower Gel
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Williams Après-Rasage Savane Vert Sauvage 125ml
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Williams
Williams As Aqua Velva 100ml 12x
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol
Mitchum
Women Mitchum 48h Powder Fresh Deodorant
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, silicones
L’Oréal
Wonder Worker
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, chemical UV filters
bPerfect
x Ekin-Su - Radiant Blush
Blush · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
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