4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Fragrance
Fragrances make products smell appealing but are a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions. This includes synthetic fragrances, natural fragrances, and essential oils. Fragrance-free products are the safest bet for sensitive skin.
Reduces Redness
These ingredients are commonly used to help calm visible redness and soothe irritated skin. While they can be effective for many people, results can vary depending on the cause of redness and individual skin sensitivity. If redness persists or worsens, it's best to check with a dermatologist.
Reduces Irritation
These soothing ingredients help calm irritated skin and strengthen your skin barrier. They're particularly beneficial after during flare-ups or for chronically sensitive skin. Look for products with multiple calming ingredients for best results.
Explained
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol has skin soothing and perfuming/masking properties.
A study from 2016 found it to have skin-soothing properties both in-vivo and in-vitro. It works by intercepting the signals of irritation and can soothe the skin in a few minutes.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient has a scent similar to musk or patchouli. Besides having a skin soothing effect, it can also help cover other unpleasant scents as a masking ingredient.
See all 125 products with 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Users who like it
63%
Users who avoid it
37%
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Perfuming
A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.
Soothing
Having a calming, assuaging, or relieving effect
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
References
Products with 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
54220
INCI Name
4-T-BUTYLCYCLOHEXANOL
EC #
 202-676-4
All Functions
Masking, Perfuming