Butylene Glycol
Note Profile
About
Butylene Glycol is primarily odorless or may have a faint, barely perceptible sweet scent under certain conditions, but it is not used for any aromatic contribution in perfumery. Its role in fragrances is as a carrier or solvent, not a note.
Scent Profile
Butylene Glycol is virtually odorless, with at most a faint, subtle sweetness detectable only at high concentrations. It does not contribute a characteristic scent or olfactory nuance in perfumery compositions.
Origin
Butylene Glycol is a synthetic compound produced through the hydration of butylene oxide, derived from petrochemical sources. It is manufactured in controlled industrial processes to ensure purity for use in cosmetics and fragrances.
Usage in Perfumery
Perfumers use Butylene Glycol as a solvent or carrier to dissolve and stabilize fragrance ingredients, especially in water-based or alcohol-free formulations. It is not used for its scent, but for its ability to improve the texture and delivery of the final product.
Synthetic
Perfumes featuring Butylene Glycol
A selection of reviewed perfumes where Butylene Glycol appears prominently.
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