Butyl Acetate
Category: Solvent
Brief description: Butyl acetate is a common solvent used in nail polish and other cosmetics.
Benefits: It's used to dissolve and mix other substances in cosmetics.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for most skin types but can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Target audience: Primarily used in nail care products.
Chemical composition: An ester of butanol and acetic acid.
Physical aspect: Colorless liquid with a fruity odor.
Compatibility: Compatible with many other solvents and cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Depends on the product; no specific range.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract upon prolonged exposure.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics in the US and EU.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Often derived from petroleum; potential environmental concerns associated with petrochemicals.
Brief description: Butyl acetate is a common solvent used in nail polish and other cosmetics.
Benefits: It's used to dissolve and mix other substances in cosmetics.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for most skin types but can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Target audience: Primarily used in nail care products.
Chemical composition: An ester of butanol and acetic acid.
Physical aspect: Colorless liquid with a fruity odor.
Compatibility: Compatible with many other solvents and cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Depends on the product; no specific range.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Can cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract upon prolonged exposure.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics in the US and EU.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Often derived from petroleum; potential environmental concerns associated with petrochemicals.
