preservative

Benzyl Alcohol

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products1,348

The research

Benzyl Alcohol is a preservative backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it.

Read the research — 2 studies

Contact Dermatitis · 2023 · observational

A report from the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health describing occupational allergic contact dermatitis caused by benzyl alcohol present in epoxy hardeners/products, with positive patch-test reactions. The authors conclude that contact allergy to benzyl alcohol can result from occupational exposure to benzyl-alcohol-containing epoxy products.

Dermatitis · 2005 · observational

A case report plus review describing benzyl alcohol as a weak sensitizer found in plants, foods, cosmetics and medications. It documents a woman with allergic contact dermatitis from benzyl alcohol and notes it can cause delayed contact dermatitis as well as immediate urticarial/systemic reactions, stressing patch testing with patients' own personal products.

Products with Benzyl Alcohol

In 1,348 products — most often moisturizers (514), serums (406), sunscreens (170), from $4.45 to $1786.24. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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ESPA

ESPA

ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk 200ml

Cleanser – for Dryness

$36.83200ml · $0.18/ml

★★★★★4.9(722)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowRedness & sensitivity
  • LowUneven texture

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

ESPA Hydrating Cleansing Milk 200ml is a water cleanser by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Sweet Almond Oil.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Glycolic Daily Pads XXL

Serum

$24.07

★★★★★4.9(920)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongUneven texture
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

MelasmaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasis

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

NIP+FAB Glycolic Daily Pads XXL is a exfoliant by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 2% Hydration Concentrate 30ml

Serum

$31.6930ml · $1.06/ml

★★★★★4.9(864)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • GoodRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • LowUneven texture

NIP+FAB Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 2% Hydration Concentrate 30ml is a hydrating serum by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml

Cleanser

$21.53120ml · $0.18/ml

★★★★★4.8(720)

Ideal for

  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil and Ethylhexyl Palmitate)

NIP+FAB Peptide Fix Melting Jelly Cleanser 120ml is a water cleanser by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica.

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ESPA

ESPA

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Eye Serum 15ml

Eye Cream

$64.7715ml · $4.32/ml

★★★★★4.8(892)

Ideal for

  • GoodOiliness & shine
  • GoodBlackheads
  • GoodEnlarged pores
  • GoodAcne & breakouts

Caution

May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)

ESPA Tri-Active Lift and Firm Eye Serum 15ml is a eye cream by ESPA. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Betaine.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml

Serum

$39.37100ml · $0.39/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,190)

Ideal for

  • RelevantDryness
  • LowAcne & breakouts

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Shea Butter, Argan Oil and Sweet Almond Oil)

Caudalie Soleil des Vignes Oil Elixir 100ml is a skincare product by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Fragrance.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Pore Minimizing Instant Detox Mask 75ml

Serum

$33.0275ml · $0.44/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,048)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • GoodUneven texture
  • GoodFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasma

Caudalie Pore Minimizing Instant Detox Mask 75ml is a exfoliant by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Concentrate Extreme 10% 30ml

Serum

$38.0430ml · $1.27/ml

★★★★★4.8(704)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantDark circles

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Concentrate Extreme 10% 30ml is a retinoid treatment by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Overnight Treatment Cream 3% 50ml

Moisturizer

$38.0450ml · $0.76/ml

★★★★★4.8(724)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • GoodLoss of firmness
  • GoodDryness
  • RelevantDark circles

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol and Glyceryl Stearate); Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Overnight Treatment Cream 3% 50ml is a retinoid treatment by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.

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Caudalie

Caudalie

Caudalie Gentle Buffing Cream 75ml

Moisturizer

$29.2175ml · $0.39/ml

★★★★★4.8(2,195)

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Caution

May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)

Caudalie Gentle Buffing Cream 75ml is a basic moisturiser by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance, Benzyl Alcohol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.