What is it?
Benzyl salicylate is a chemical substance with a balsamic herbal smell. It is used as a fixative in perfumery.

How can I avoid it?
Skin contact with benzyl salicylate is required for it to cause a rash. Discontinuation of exposure to products containing benzyl salicylate should result in improvement and/or resolution of your dermatitis. By law, all products made in the U.S. for topical use have the ingredients listed either on the product package or the box that contains it, so check the labeling of your skin care products for this ingredient. If there is not enough information, ask your pharmacist or retailer, or contact the company directly. At work, request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to help identify potential sources of exposure.

Uses:
Detergents
Perfumes
Psoralens
Skin Care Products/Cosmetics
Antiperspirants/Deodorants
Hair sprays, gels, tonics, and lotions
Soaps/Cleansers/Body wash/Bubble bath
Shampoos/Conditioners
Moisturizers
Make-ups
Powders/Sprays
Sunscreens
Aftershave products

Other names for benzyl salicylate:
2-Hydroxybenzoic acid phenylmethyl ester
Salicylic acid benzyl ester
Benzyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
Benzyl o-hydroxybenzoate
Phenylmethyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
2-Hydroxy-phenylmethyl ester benzoic acid
2-Hydroxybenzoic acid


Potential cross-reacting/co-reacting substances:
  • Fragrances
  • Cananga oil


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How safe is it?

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