Polycitronellol Acetate

Synthetic
Humectant
Emollient
Occlusive
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
Polycitronellol Acetate
Functions
FRAGRANCE
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
HAIR CONDITIONING
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING
HUMECTANT
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
EMOLLIENT
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
HUMECTANT
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
OCCLUSIVE
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng