Snapshot
- Overview
- A synthetic fragrance ingredient with a juicy, peach-like scent.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Fragrance
Gamma-Undecalactone
Gamma-undecalactone is a synthetic lactone fragrance noted for a peachy, creamy scent and quick evaporation. It's used in perfumes and scented cosmetics to add a juicy fruit facet and refine accords, typically at low concentrations.
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Our take
Is Gamma-Undecalactone a Good Ingredient?
It's Fair because it adds a pleasant peachy note but no skin-care benefit, and evidence for any skin effect is minimal. As a volatile fragrance, it carries a sensitization and irritation risk for fragrance-reactive users, which is what holds it at Fair.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Gives blends a soft, juicy stone-fruit character and can round out harsher scent edges. Helps build overall aroma presence in a formula.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Common in fine fragrance compositions, body mists, and scented lotions; also used to add a gourmand touch in shampoos and body washes.
Before you use it
Safety
Generally considered safe at the low levels used in cosmetics, but its volatility can trigger irritation or sensitization, especially on sensitive or compromised skin. Patch testing or opting for fragrance-free products is prudent if you're reactive.
Products with Gamma-Undecalactone
