Butylphenyl Methylpropional

Origin: Synthetic.

Risks to the environment : Proven aquatic ecotoxicity.

INCI name: Butylphenyl Methylpropional.

Where to find it / them? : Perfume waters, hair gels/hairspray, sun sprays, tonic lotions, body creams/milks, shampoos, solid soaps, shower gels, make-up removers, deodorants, sun protection products.

Function: Masking agent, perfuming agent.

Risks to health: Potential allergen, potential skin irritant (mild), suspected endocrine disruptor, potential skin penetration (low).

More information : Aromatic molecule classified among the 26 allergenic fragrance compounds. Molecule in the list of 28 substances suspected of being endocrine disruptors by the European Commission.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Banned in Europe since March 1st 2022.