2-Methylbutyl butyrate

Ingredient type: FRAGRANCE

✨ Role: 2-methylbutyl butyrate is mainly used in cosmetics for its fragrance properties. It adds a fruity, sweet note, and is often used to enhance the fragrance of formulations.

Ingredient type: Aromatic

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe when used in the usual cosmetic concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, 2-methylbutyl butyrate is derived from synthetic or vegetable sources, and contains no animal derivatives.

✨ Worth knowing: This ingredient is generally well tolerated by the skin. However, as with any fragrance ingredient, it can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. It's important to avoid excessive use in formulations to minimize the risk of sensitization.

Present in: This compound is frequently used in perfumes, body lotions, face creams and other cosmetics requiring a fruity fragrance.