Alpha-isomethyl ionone is a synthetic compound in the form of a colorless liquid.
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Uses
Used as a perfume. Adds fragrance to a variety of products including aftershave lotion, bubble baths, hair care products and moisturizers.
Benefits
Alpha isomethyl ionone adds fragrance to a product.
Cautions
It’s been known to irritate the skin and trigger allergic reactions for some people. After evaluating the potential side effects of Alpha-isomethyl Ionone, the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) banned the ingredient from being mixed into fragrance products (i.e. perfume, cologne). But you can still find this ingredient in a variety of other cosmetics that are not categorized as a “fragrance.”
Interactions
None are recorded.
Other names
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References
Source: TruthinAging, https://www.truthinaging.com/ingredients/alpha-isomethyl-ionone
BeautifulWithBrains, http://beautifulwithbrains.com/2014/10/04/alpha-isomethyl-ionone/