Isopropyl Behenate
AKA “Docosanoic acid, isopropyl ester, Isopropyl docosanoate, 1-Methylethyl docosanoate, 1-methylethyl ester, RefChem:1087673, DTXCID90103711
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl behenate
AKA: Docosanoic acid, Isopropyl ester, Isopropyl docosanoate, 1-Methylethyl docosanoate, 1-methylethyl ester, RefChem:1087673, DTXCID90103711
Synthetic · Skin Conditioning | Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight emollient that softens and smooths skin, helping products glide on effortlessly while locking in moisture without leaving a greasy feel.
Formula
C25H50O2
Mol. Weight
382.70
CAS #
26718-95-6
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic long-chain ester developed as an emollient and conditioning agent in cosmetics. Designed to provide superior moisturizing and skin-softening properties in skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR