BUTYL HYDROXYBUTYRATE
Ingredient type:FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT
✨ Role: Butyl hydroxybutyrate is used in skin care formulations as an emollient. It helps to soften and smooth the skin, while adding a pleasant texture to products.
Ingredient type: Fat-soluble
⚕️ Safety: The ingredient is generally recognized as safe when used according to the recommendations of cosmetics experts.
✨ Vegan: Yes, butyl hydroxybutyrate is of synthetic origin and contains no animal-derived products.
✨ Good to know: This ingredient is well tolerated by the majority of skin types. However, as with any ingredient, individual tolerance testing is recommended, especially for sensitive skin.
Found in: Often found in moisturizers, lotions and make-up products like foundation to improve consistency and application.
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