Isopropyl Myristate

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INCI name

  • ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE,

Alternative names

  • Isopropylmyristat,
  • isopropylis myristas,
  • Myristinsäureisopropylester,

Origin

  • synthetic,

Definition

No information available

INCI function

  • binding,
  • emollient,
  • Solvent,
  • skin caring,

Substance category

No information available

Characteristics

  • provides cohesion in cosmetic products
  • makes the skin supple and smoothes it
  • keeps the skin in good condition
  • dissolves other substances
  • Can produce blackheads

CAS-No.

  • 110-27-0,

EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 203-751-4,

Studies, literature and statements

Springer Lexikon Kosmetik, page 217

Water-bright, thin-flowing oil. It sprays well and increases the absorbability of the care material of a crime in the skin, without leaving behind a sticky feel. In higher concentrations/can create blackheads

Körperpflegekunde und Kosmetik, page 137

It demonstrates improved combability. It is not gluey and is easily sprayed. It can produce blackheads, and should not be used in impure, oily and acne skin.

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