Myristyl Alcohol

  • May Cause Acne
  • May Worsen Oily Skin
  • Fatty Alcohol
  • Surfactant

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Myristyl Alcohol

Myristyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to reduce friction and add a smooth feel to the skin or hair, keep oil-and-water emulsions from separating easily, and increase the amount of foam and help it resist collapsing. It is also used to leave the skin’s surface feeling soft and smooth and to control the viscosity and flow of the formula.[2] [2]

Myristyl Alcohol Details

Ingredient function
Emollient, Emulsion Stabilising, Foam Boosting, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
Main product categories
Moisturizing Cream, Hair Mask/Pack, Moisturizing/Nourishing Conditioner
INCI name
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL
CosIng ID
77246

Myristyl Alcohol References

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