2-METHYLPROPANOL

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: 2-Methylpropanol, also known as isobutanol, is generally used in cosmetic formulations as a solvent. It helps dissolve other ingredients, facilitating their incorporation into the final product. It can also help improve product texture, giving it a more homogeneous consistency.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: 2-Methylpropanol is considered safe for use in cosmetic products in the usual concentrations. However, particular attention should be paid to excessively high concentrations that could potentially cause irritation.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ To know: Although generally well tolerated, it's important to note that solvents can sometimes contribute to skin dryness if used in excess. It is therefore often combined with moisturizing agents to offset this effect.

Found in: 2-Methylpropanol is found mainly in lotions, creams and sometimes in make-up formulations, where it helps achieve good consistency and texture retention.