Benzyl alcohol

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Technical data
Type / Name:
BENZYL ALCOHOL
Origin:
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY
Appearance:
Liquid
INCI:
BENZYL ALCOHOL
CAS NO:
100-51-6
Purity:
PURITY 100 PURITY 100 PURITY 100 Purity
Type / Name:
Benzyl alcohol
Origin:
SUMATRA
Olfactory Profile:
Intense bitter almonds, Fuso Benzoin, Aldeidic Creamy, mild coumarins

What is Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl alcohol is a high quality aromatic compound, widely used in the formulation of cosmetic and personal care products. It is recognized for its preservative properties and its ability to enhance the aromatic characteristics of various formulations.

What is Benzyl Alcohol used for?

Benzyl alcohol is a versatile ingredient in the creation of natural cosmetics, with applications including:

  • As a bacteriostatic preservative, used at 0.9% in hydroalcoholic mixtures to prolong the shelf life of cosmetic formulas.
  • In perfumery, as a fixative and balancer to harmonize essential oils and aromatic fractions.
  • In creams and lotions, to stabilize the formulation and enhance the efficacy of other active ingredients.
  • In personal care products, to guarantee the freshness and quality of the product over time.

What are the benefits of Benzyl Alcohol?

Benzyl alcohol provides multiple benefits in terms of both functionality and sensory experience.

Main benefits:

  • Natural preservative: Extends the shelf life of formulations by inhibiting bacterial growth.
  • Aromatic fixative: Improves the stability of perfumes and balances the notes of essential oils.
  • Versatility: Adaptable to a wide range of cosmetic and aromatic products.
  • Antioxidant properties: Helps protect the integrity of formulations against deterioration.

Aromatic characteristics:

  • Primary aroma: Intense bitter almonds.
  • Secondary aroma: Benzoin of Fuso, warm and comforting.
  • Tertiary aroma: Creamy aldehydic notes with soft touches of coumarin.

Benzyl alcohol is a key ingredient for those seeking stability, freshness and an enhanced aromatic experience in their cosmetic products. Its versatility and efficacy make it an indispensable resource for high quality formulations.

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Precautions and recommendations for use of Fractions

  • Do not ingest.
  • Due to their high quality, concentration and complexity of use, all products in this category must be intended for professional use in cosmetics and perfumery.
  • Do not apply directly on the skin.
  •  Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
  •  Do not use the fractions during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  •  Avoid in cases of asthma, hypertension and kidney disease, epilepsy.
  •  Do not apply to children under 3 years of age. Keep out of reach.
  • Store the fractions in a cool place, avoiding direct light and keeping the container properly closed to avoid evaporation.
  • Maese Lab warns that any improper use of this product is the responsibility of the consumer, being the consumer already warned in this section of its complexities of use.
  • IMPORTANT: Maese Lab warns that all synthetic molecules are in one way or another potentially harmful to health. Therefore, it discourages their use and recommends the use of Essential Oils and Natural Extracts. Making clear that it is the responsibility of each client, if he/she wants to use these synthetic molecules. Whether or not they are regulated by the European Community or any external organization.

Reviews

  • 5
    Valoración

    Publicado por Matias, el 05.11.25

    Alcohol con matiz alicorado almendrado y dulce.

  • 5
    intense sweetness

    Posted by NUria Lopez Trujillo, on 04.04.25.

    this aroma is amazing, I love the almond note, because with coumarin, it is intense, medium-high intensity, but wonderful.

  • 5
    Perfumery

    Publicado por óscar Abellán Galán, el 27.07.24

    I will use it to build floral chords such as Lilac and Jasmine.

  • 5
    Benzyl alcohol

    Posted by red.gold.blue, on 29.05.24.

    Of aroma and purity. A very good product.

  • 5
    Benzyl alcohol

    Posted by tabodapa, on 19.02.24

    good alcohols to make perfumes, but mouth alcohol is also better.

  • 5
    Benzyl alcohol

    Posted by sorayacseg, on 20.12.23.

    Good choice if you want to give a special touch to the perfumes. It has an almondy smell I would say

  • 4
    Benzyl alcohol

    Posted by Antoni Amaya Obrador, on 05.10.23

    Useful for discreet almond note as well as for its other properties.

  • 5
    Benzyl alcohol

    Posted by dalonzosabrina, on 17.11.22

    Excellent system to add a note of mandorla without using essential oils.