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DELTA-DAMASCONE.

Optional CAS 57378-68-4 / FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING

Delta-Damascone is a specialized aromatic ketone utilized in precision skincare primarily for its complex olfactory profile, featuring notes of ripe plum, blackcurrant, and rose. Unlike active botanical extracts, it serves a sensory and masking function, ensuring a consistent and pleasant application experience by neutralizing base ingredient odors.

fragrance masking

Science

This ingredient does not possess a biological mechanism of action for skin health; instead, it functions through volatile aromatic emissions that mask chemical scents and provide a fruity-floral fragrance profile to the final formulation.


Research

Low confidence
Effective range ≤0.02%
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.02%
Red flag below
0.02%

Because Delta-Damascone is restricted by the EU to extremely low concentrations (0.02%) for safety reasons, any amount used is inherently low. It is not an active ingredient, so 'dusting' is not applicable in a performance context, but exceeding 0.02% is a regulatory compliance violation.


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in alkaline environments and lipophilic systems. It may contain BHT as a secondary stabilizer to prevent oxidation.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong alkali
  • oxidizing agents
  • direct heat

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.02%
Sensitization risk High

Listed on EU Annex III with a strict 0.02% cumulative limit for damascone-class chemicals. Classified under GHS as a potential skin irritant and allergen.


Your Skin

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

Our Assessment

Optional

A strictly sensory additive that requires precise dosing due to its high sensitization potential and low regulatory threshold.


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