5-ethyl-4-hydroxy-2-methylfuran-3(2H)-one

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: This ingredient is generally used as a flavoring agent in cosmetic products to add a caramel or burnt sugar note. It enhances the sensory experience of the product by adding a pleasant scent.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe when used at recommended concentrations in cosmetic products.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is vegan.

✨ Worth knowing: Well tolerated by most skin types, this ingredient is generally non-irritating. However, like any fragrance compound, it can cause reactions in the most sensitive or allergic skin.

Present in: Perfumes, body lotions, shower gels, moisturizers and other products where fragrance plays a key role.

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