Contains cinnamaldehyde, one of the top 10 fragrance allergens worldwide. Causes both irritant and allergic contact dermatitis. Common in "natural" and "organic" products. Cinnamal is also an EU-mandated fragrance allergen declaration. Can trigger perioral dermatitis flares.
The research
Cinnamon is a irritant backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.
Case report of allergic contact dermatitis caused by cinnamon used as an odour-neutralizing agent in shoe insoles, with sensitization confirmed by positive patch testing, illustrating cinnamon's potential as a contact allergen/irritant in consumer products.
Review of oral adverse reactions to cinnamon-flavoured products: cinnamaldehyde (with cinnamic acid and cinnamon oil) is a recognized contact allergen causing contact stomatitis and perioral/mucosal reactions, supporting cinnamon's potential to provoke contact and perioral irritation in sensitized individuals.
Products with Cinnamon
In 16 products — most often moisturizers (6), serums (6), cleansers (3), from $25.07 to $157.94. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.
The Fox Tan Cherry Blush Rapid Warming Balm 150ml is a skincare product by The Fox Tan. Key ingredients include Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin.
Clé de Peau Beauté Protective Day Emulsion 125ml is a antioxidant serum by Clé de Peau Beauté. Key ingredients include Water, Alcohol Denat, Octocrylene.