Science: Functions: Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from fatty alcohols (lauryl and myristyl alcohols) and benzoic acid as starting materials. Synthesized through esterification reaction between the fatty alcohols and benzoic acid under catalytic conditions.
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ester developed for cosmetics in the latter half of the 20th century. Used as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient in place of thicker natural oils and butters.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer