• Lightweight, dry-touch carrier oil for oil-based perfumes and skincare
• Enhances spreadability, absorption, and finish of perfume oils
• Ideal for diluting musks, fixatives, floral materials, and esters
• Used in roll-ons, massage oils, body mists, and attar bases
• Leaves no residue or stickiness—suitable for daily-wear perfumes

IPM (Isopropyl Myristate) is a light, non-greasy, and odorless emollient solvent commonly used in oil-based perfumes, attars, skincare, and haircare formulations. Known for its excellent spreadability, quick absorption, and silky feel, IPM is a favorite carrier fluid for perfumers who want a dry-touch roll-on or body oil. It dissolves most aroma chemicals, essential oils, musks, fixatives, and synthetic blends with ease.

Perfect for creating fast-drying perfumes, body oils, solid perfumes, and lightweight serums without a sticky or greasy finish.

INCI Name: Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)

CAS Number: 110-27-0

Molecular Formula: C17H34O2

Appearance: Clear, colorless, lightweight liquid

Odor Description: Odorless

Purity: 99%+ (Cosmetic Grade)

Boiling Point: ~167°C

Flash Point: ~110°C

Density: ~0.85 g/cm³

Solubility: Soluble in oils and esters; insoluble in water

Recommended Usage Level: 10%–90% depending on formulation

Category: Emollient Carrier – Solvent Base – Perfumery & Cosmetics

Use 20–80% as a base solvent in roll-ons and 10–30% in silky skin oils or massage blends.

💡 Want a non-sticky, fast-absorbing perfume base? 💧✨ Use IPM to dilute your oil perfumes or musky blends.

🧴 Perfect for roll-ons that feel dry and smooth on the skin.

🌿 Use with essential oils or fixatives like ambroxan, civet, or sandalore for luxury blends.

🌸 Ideal for layering florals and musks without heaviness or residue.

🔄 Mix thoroughly for best solubility—IPM supports both aroma chemicals and naturals.

⚠️ Patch test before using in high concentrations on sensitive skin.

Q1: What is IPM used for in perfumery?

It’s used as a non-greasy carrier oil in oil-based perfumes, attars, and body oils for its light feel and excellent absorption.

Q2: Does IPM have a smell?

No. IPM is completely odorless, which makes it ideal for delicate or complex perfume compositions.

Q3: Can it replace DPG or DEP?

Yes. It’s a more skin-loving alternative to DPG and DEP—ideal for body oils and roll-ons, especially for leave-on applications.

Q4: Is it safe for skin and daily use?

Yes, IPM is cosmetic grade, widely used in lotions, serums, and perfumes. Always patch test when using new blends.

Q5: What ingredients blend well with IPM?

Compatible with ambroxan, musks, florals, vanillin, esters, essential oils, and sandalwood synthetics.