isoamyl heptanoate

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

✨ Role: Isoamyl heptanoate is primarily used for its emollient properties. It helps to soften and smooth the skin, while providing a silky feel with no greasy residue. This makes it particularly useful in skincare formulations that require a light texture.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is generally considered safe in the typical concentrations used in cosmetics.

✨ Vegan: Yes, isoamyl heptanoate is of synthetic or plant origin, so suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Good to know: Isoamyl heptanoate is valued for its rapid absorption, which helps reduce the greasy feel that some emollients can leave. It is well tolerated by most skin types, but as with any cosmetic ingredient, a patch test is recommended for very sensitive skin.

Present in: Frequently used in creams, lotions, serums and dry oils, as well as in certain hair care products to add softness and shine.

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