Phenethyl Benzoate

Phenethyl benzoate is an aromatic ester used in cosmetics as an oil-soluble emollient and fragrance component. It's added to give a silky glide, boost spreadability, and help stabilize scent in lotions, creams, and fine fragrances.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A fragrant ester that softens skin and adds a light, pleasant scent.
Category
Skin Conditioning, Fragrance
Type
Emollient

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Softens skin and helps reduce the feel of dryness, leaving a smooth finish. Adds a light, pleasant aroma that can temper unwanted base odors.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Included in facial moisturizers, body balms, and perfume sprays to elevate skin feel and sensorial experience.

Comedogenic Rating

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

Safety

Generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels, but as a fragrance component it can cause irritation or sensitization in fragrance-sensitive individuals. Patch test if you're reactive to perfumes.

Is Phenethyl Benzoate a Good Ingredient?

Rated Good as a reliable oil-soluble emollient and fragrance component that improves slip and sensory feel. It's effective at low levels, but its case rests on sensorial improvement rather than long-term skin outcomes, which is why it isn't rated higher.

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