Dimethylhydroxy Furanone

DIM

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Dimethylhydroxy Furanone is a fragrance molecule used primarily to add sweet, caramelized, fruity, or maple-like odor facets and to support masking/tonic effects in cosmetic formulas. It is not a treatment active; its role is sensory rather than skin-beneficial. It is listed in EU cosmetic ingredient databases as a fragrance ingredient and is commonly found in perfumed products at low levels. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/4735/dimethylhydroxy-furanone))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

FragranceAllergen

Chemical Properties

Molecular Weight

128.13 g/mol

pH Range

3.00 - 8.00

Typical Concentration

0.00% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 3658-77-3

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin2/10

acne prone4/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin6/10

Interactions

incompatible with: fragrance-sensitive or allergy-prone formulations, highly sensitizing fragrance blends, low-irritation or baby/sensitive-skin products

Risks & Warnings

Main concerns are fragrance sensitivity, potential irritation in reactive skin, and the general possibility of contact allergy typical of fragrance materials. It is best used at low concentrations in leave-on products, especially around sensitive areas. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/4735/dimethylhydroxy-furanone))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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10% AHA Lemonade Smoothing Scrub

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Dewtopia 20% PHA/AHA Retexturizing Night Serum

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