Polycyclic Musks
Polycyclic Musk FragrancesPolycyclic Musks (PCMs)Polycyclic Aromatic Musks
Fragrance
Polycyclic musks are a group of chemicals used to give perfumes and personal care products a pleasant smell. They are made up of many rings of carbon and hydrogen atoms, which is why they are called 'polycyclic'.
High Concern
Source: EWG Skin Deep
Polycyclic musks have been linked to hormone disruption and reproductive problems, but the evidence is still limited and more research is needed.
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Does anyone know if Al-Rehab uses Phatalates or Nitro/polycyclic musks?
First large-scale investigation of synthetic musks in coastal waters of the East China Sea.
Wu L, Bizimana A, Xu C
2026
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Last updated: May 16, 2026