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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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A fragrance ingredient that adds a creamy, coconut-like scent note.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Fragrance

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

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.

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.

Comedogenic Rating

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

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.

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.

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