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ETHYL HYDROXYHEPTYL KETONE.

Avoid CAS 67633-95-8 / PERFUMING

Ethyl Hydroxyheptyl Ketone is a synthetic compound primarily incorporated into cosmetic and household products for its aromatic properties. While it contributes to a product's scent profile, no specific beneficial mechanisms for skin health or function have been identified.

Summary

Fragrance

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions exclusively as a fragrance agent, imparting scent to various formulations. It does not possess known mechanisms of action that would provide direct therapeutic effects on the skin, such as antioxidant, moisturizing, or anti-aging benefits.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

As Ethyl Hydroxyheptyl Ketone's sole identified function is as a fragrance, it does not act as a beneficial skin-active ingredient. Its concentration in products is determined by International Fragrance Association (IFRA) safety standards rather than by a need to achieve therapeutic efficacy, thus the concept of 'dusting' does not apply in this context.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

No specific optimal pH range for the intrinsic stability of Ethyl Hydroxyheptyl Ketone has been identified. However, product formulations containing this ingredient may exhibit stability across a broad pH range, approximately from 3 to 11.5. Formulators must avoid combining it with strong oxidizing agents due to potential incompatibilities and destabilization.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.088%
Sensitization risk High

Ethyl Hydroxyheptyl Ketone has not been specifically reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel. However, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) Standards (51st Amendment) imposes restrictions on its use, citing a potential for dermal sensitization. For products applied to the face or body via fingertips (IFRA Category 3), the maximum concentration is limited to 0.088%. The ingredient is also noted for its potential to cause irritation to both the eyes and skin.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Due to its primary role as a fragrance ingredient without identified skin benefits and a high risk of dermal sensitization and irritation, Ethyl Hydroxyheptyl Ketone is not recommended for inclusion in precision skincare formulations.

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