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Moumoujus

3-OCTANOL.

Optional CAS 589-98-0 / PERFUMING

A secondary fatty alcohol primarily utilized as a fragrance component, delivering a distinctive herbaceous, mushroom-like scent profile to formulations. While capable of providing mild emollient properties due to its alcohol structure, its principal function remains sensory enhancement rather than active skincare benefits.

Summary

perfuming emollient

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions primarily through olfactory enhancement, providing fragrance characteristics to cosmetic formulations. As a secondary fatty alcohol, it may contribute minimal moisturizing properties through mild occlusive effects, though this is not its primary mechanism of action.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

As a fragrance component rather than active ingredient, dusting practices are not applicable to 3-octanol

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Maintains stability under standard storage conditions with light protection and temperature control below 60°C required to prevent thermal degradation. Exhibits slow hydrolysis potential in aqueous environments.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed by CIR, though assessed by RIFM and IFRA for fragrance applications
Sensitization risk Low

GHS classification indicates potential irritation risk in concentrated form (H315, H319), though RIFM data supports safety at typical cosmetic use levels

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

A specialized fragrance component with limited skincare benefits, suitable for scent-focused formulations but non-essential for active skincare routines.

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