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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Overview
A fruity fragrance ingredient with a pineapple-like scent.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Fragrance

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

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.

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.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

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.

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.

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