Methylbenzyl Acetate
Methylbenzyl Acetate is a perfuming and masking ingredient. It’s in 5 products on Poliage, most often sunscreen, body lotion and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
What it does
Contains Methylbenzyl Acetate: masking
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Methylbenzyl Acetate: perfuming
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 78388, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Methylbenzyl Acetate
Innersense
Blissful Body Butter
Body lotion · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
JVN
Nurture Hydrating Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils
JVN
Nurture Hydrating Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, coconut derivatives
COOLA
Refreshing Water Cream - Face Moisturizer with SPF 50
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
COOLA
Refreshing Water Plumping Gel Sunscreen for Face
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, essential oils, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
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