Snapshot
- Overview
- A fragrance ingredient that adds a creamy, coconut-like scent note.
- Category
- Fragrance
- Type
- Fragrance
Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone
Meadowfoam delta-lactone is a fragrance lactone originally identified in meadowfoam seed oil, used to add creamy, coconut-like nuances and to smooth, round, and subtly extend the impression of accords in scented products.
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Our take
Is Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone a Good Ingredient?
It adds creamy, gourmand scent facets and longevity but confers no skin benefit, and as a fragrance lactone it can pose irritation or sensitization risk for sensitive users, which is why it rates Fair.
What it does
Skin Benefits
Contributes a creamy, gourmand nuance that makes scents feel softer and more rounded, and can boost the overall presence of a fragrance on skin or hair.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
Added to perfumes, fragranced serums, and body lotions to build smooth, milky facets. Also used in hair stylers and leave-ins for a cozy aromatic profile.
Before you use it
Safety
Fragrance ingredients may provoke irritation or contact allergy, especially on compromised or sensitive skin. Use cautiously in leave-on products if you're reactive; discontinue if redness or itching develops.
Products with Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone
