Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate
What Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is & what it does
Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is an aromatic ester used in cosmetics primarily as a fragrance ingredient. In skincare and sunscreen products it contributes scent and can act as a solvent for other fragrance materials. A notable property is its fresh, floral aroma, which makes it a common choice in perfumed formulas.
What does Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate do in skincare?
Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is used primarily as a fragrance ingredient. In skincare and sunscreen products it adds scent and can act as a solvent for other fragrance materials. It is typically present in small amounts within a fragrance blend.
Is Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is used as a fragrance material at low levels in cosmetics. As with scented ingredients generally, people sensitive to fragrance may prefer to avoid it or patch test first. Fragrance-free products are an option if you react to scented formulas.
Is Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate natural or synthetic?
Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate is typically a synthetic fragrance ester produced for consistent scent quality. Some related aromatic compounds occur in nature, but the cosmetic-grade material is usually lab-made. Labels do not always indicate the source.
Sunscreens with Dimethyl Phenethyl Acetate
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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Alissa Beauté Sun Protecting Face Cream SPF50
92/100
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Valquer Crema Facial Hydra Sunscreen SPF 50+ Protección 360º Hidratante Y Antiedad
90/100
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Bielenda Professional Supremelab Skin Tone Anti-Spot Face Cream SPF 50
88/100
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Bielenda Recharge Protective Mist SPF 50
87/100
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Nuxe Sun Gold Oil SPF 50
87/100
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Babaria Facial Sun Serum SPF 50+
83/100
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Yves Rocher Hand Cream Anti-Dark Spot SPF 30
82/100
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Babaria Face Cream Moisturizing 50+SPF Hyaluronic Acid
78/100
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Murad Superactive Moisturizer SPF 50: Mattifying Oil + Pore Control
63/100