What it is
Geranyl Acetate is the acetate ester of geraniol, valued in perfumery for its fresh, sweet, rose-and-fruit aroma. It is a common component of floral and citrus fragrance accords and is used at low levels to scent personal care products. In sunscreens it contributes to the finished fragrance.
Safety & warnings
Geranyl Acetate is a fragrance material related to geraniol, an EU-declarable fragrance allergen, and it can hydrolyze to release geraniol. It may cause irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in fragrance-sensitive individuals, who may prefer fragrance-free products.
Origin & sourcing
It occurs naturally in many essential oils, including citronella, lemongrass, and rose, and is also produced synthetically for fragrance use.
Questions everyone asks
What is Geranyl Acetate?
It is a fragrance ingredient, the acetate ester of geraniol, with a sweet floral-rose scent used to perfume products.
Can it cause sensitivity?
Yes, as a fragrance material related to geraniol it can cause irritation or allergic reactions in fragrance-sensitive people.