Snapshot
- Overview
- A fruity fragrance ingredient with a pineapple-like scent.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Fragrance
Ethyl Butyrate
Ethyl butyrate is a synthetic ester and volatile aroma compound with a strong fruity scent reminiscent of pineapple. It's used in perfumes and scented cosmetics to add bright, juicy top notes and adjust the overall fragrance profile.
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Our take
Is Ethyl Butyrate a Good Ingredient?
Fair rating because it's mainly a scent booster with no direct skin benefit, and fragrance esters can provoke irritation or sensitization in susceptible users. Its high volatility delivers a quick aromatic lift but little lasting effect on skin.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Provides a lively, fruity aroma that boosts the sensorial experience and can help mask unwanted base odors. The quick aroma lift can make products smell fresher upon application.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Often included in perfumes, body mists, and fragranced shampoos or body washes to brighten the scent profile. Also used in scented lotions and hair stylers for a playful fruit nuance.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally safe at low cosmetic levels, but as a fragrance compound it may cause stinging or redness in fragrance‑sensitive individuals. Patch test if easily irritated and avoid use on compromised skin.
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