BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE

Ingredient type:FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT/SOLVENT

Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes

Salicylic acid derivative

✨ Role: Butyloctyl salicylate is used to improve product texture and is often incorporated for its skin conditioning abilities, leaving skin soft and smooth. It also helps stabilize other active ingredients in sunscreen formulas.

Ingredient type: Emollient

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, butyloctyl salicylate is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Good to know: Its oily texture makes it ideal for products that require a silky finish. It is low in irritants, but it is always recommended to do a skin test if you have sensitive skin.

Found in: Sunscreens, moisturizing lotions, anti-aging skincare products.

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