2-Methyl 5-Cyclohexylpentanol (Natural Deodoriser)

2-M

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

A synthetic alcohol fragrance/deodorant raw material (PubChem lists it as 5-cyclohexyl-2-methylpentan-1-ol; formula C12H24O). It is used as a deodorising or odor-modulating ingredient rather than as a skin care active. PubChem also lists aquatic hazard classifications for the substance. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2-Methyl-5-cyclohexylpentanol?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

AlcoholFragrance

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

184.32 g/mol

Typical Concentration

0.05% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 1141487-54-8

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin4/10

acne prone5/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin5/10

Interactions

incompatible with: fragrance allergens, strong oxidizing systems

Risks & Warnings

Primary concern is chemical hazard classification rather than established dermal cosmetic benefit; PubChem lists it as very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Cosmetic irritation data were not located in the sources reviewed, so skin irritation risk is rated conservatively low-to-moderate. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2-Methyl-5-cyclohexylpentanol?utm_source=openai))

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