Myristyl Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetradecyl isooctadecanoate
What does it do?
Myristyl Isostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Myristyl Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Myristyl Isostearate?
Myristyl Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetradecyl isooctadecanoate
Is Myristyl Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristyl Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristyl Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Myristyl Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Myristyl Isostearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristyl Isostearate is 94247-26-4.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010