Behenyl Alcohol

  • Fatty Alcohol

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About Behenyl Alcohol

Behenyl Alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols composed mainly of n-docosanol.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to help ingredients in a formula bind together and maintain its form, reduce friction on the skin or hair and add a smooth feel, and keep emulsions of water and oil from separating easily.[2] It is also used to adjust the viscosity and flow of a formula.[2]

Behenyl Alcohol Details

Ingredient function
Binding, Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling
Main product categories
Moisturizing Cream, Sunscreen, Eye Cream
INCI name
BEHENYL ALCOHOL
CosIng ID
74589

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