Quick answer
The ester of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid; Used as an emollient, occlusive, opacifier, and texture enhancer; Non-greasy texture noticeably improves spreadability; May be plant-derived or synthetic Key benefits: Hydration.
Myristyl Myristate
Updated
Tetradecyl myristate
Purpose
This highly versatile ingredient is used as a texture enhancer and emollient in cosmetics formulations.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Texture Enhancer, Emollient, Occlusive/Opacifying Agent
INCI Purpose
OPACIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Benefits
Alternative Names
At a Glance
The ester of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid
Used as an emollient, occlusive, opacifier, and texture enhancer
Non-greasy texture noticeably improves spreadability
May be plant-derived or synthetic
Article
Myristyl myristate is the ester of the fatty alcohol myristyl alcohol and fatty acid myristic acid. The result is a highly versatile cosmetic ingredient that works to enhance texture, improve spreadability, add opacity to creams, serums and lotions, offer skin-softening emollient properties, and offer a non-greasy occlusive finish that helps prevent dehydration.
Usage levels in cosmetics range from 1–10% depending on formulary needs such as desired aesthetics. It is considered safe as used in cosmetics.
See: Ester, Myristic Acid, Glyceryl Myristate, Octyldodecyl Myristate
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