Preservative

Phenylpropanol (Cassia Oil)

INCI: PHENYLPROPANOL
CAS 122-97-4 (primary cosmetic isomer)
Phenylpropanol (Cassia Oil) acts as a preservative, helping to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of cosmetic products.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Antimicrobial, preservative booster, masking, perfuming
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Not safe
Fungal Acne
Not safe
Details

Description

Phenylpropanol (Cassia Oil) acts as a preservative, helping to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of cosmetic products.

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
122-97-4 (primary cosmetic isomer)
INCI
PHENYLPROPANOL
Category
Preservative
Updated
Apr 2, 2026