Isoamyl Laurate

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overview

Isoamyl Laurate is an organic compound, usually appearing as a colourless odourless liquid. It can be synthesized for industry or produced from plant sources including coconut, palm and sugar beet. It has emollient properties, helping to condition skin and hair when used in personal care products. It also has applications as a waxy, peach-like fragrance and flavouring ingredient.

benefits

Conditioning: Isoamyl Laurate helps condition skin and hair, leaving it smooth and soft.

Skin suitability

NA

concerns

Isoamyl Laurate may cause skin irritation and allergies in some individuals.

precautions

NA

source

Plant-based (coconut, palm, sugar beet)

CIR

Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications

EWG

NA

additional info

Isoamyl Laurate is Ecocert approved and is considered a natural ingredient. It is also claimed to make combing hair easier without causing build-up.