Vanillyl butyl ether

Vanillyl Butyl Ether (VBE) – CAS 82654-98-6


Chemical Name: 4-(Butoxy)-3-methoxybenzyl alcohol


Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₈O₃


Molecular Weight: 210.27

Vanillyl Butyl Ether (VBE) is a warming agent widely used in cosmetics and personal care formulations. Known for its mild, long-lasting warming sensation on the skin, VBE is derived from vanillin and provides both functionality and comfort in topical applications. Its heat-activating properties make it a star ingredient in body care, sports balms, and hair growth products.

🌿 Cosmetic & Skincare Applications

It is especially valued in cosmetic formulations for its gentle warming effect and excellent skin compatibility.


Common uses include:

  1.Warming creams and body lotions for relaxation and muscle relief

  2.Slimming gels and anti-cellulite products to promote microcirculation

  3.Lip plumping glosses that enhance volume through mild heat stimulation

Its ability to gently increase skin temperature without irritation helps activate skin metabolism and improve product efficacy.

💆 Massage & Sports Care Products

In the wellness and sports industry, Vanillyl Butyl Ether serves as a safe alternative to traditional heating agents like capsaicin.


Key benefits include:

• Provides long-lasting warmth without burning or redness

• Ideal for use in muscle balms, pain-relief gels, and massage oils

• Enhances comfort and blood flow for sports recovery or relaxation formulas

Because of its high stability, VBE performs well in emulsions, gels, and oils across a wide pH range.

🧴 Hair & Scalp Treatments

Vanillyl Butyl Ether is also an emerging active in hair growth and scalp-stimulating formulations.

• Promotes blood circulation around the hair follicle

• Helps nutrients reach the roots for stronger, fuller hair

• Often combined with menthol or caffeine for balanced “hot-cold” sensory effects

This combination creates a unique sensory profile highly favored in premium personal care brands.

⚗️ Technical Advantages

• Stable under heat, light, and pH variation

• Compatible with most surfactants, oils, and alcohols

• Effective even at low concentrations (0.01–0.1%)

• Easily incorporated into both aqueous and anhydrous systems

💌 Contact Information


For more information, technical data, or formulation support, please contact:

●Product Manager Email: Echo@coreychem.com