Description

INCI: isopropyl myristate
Recommended concentration: 1-20%

Ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid (plant-derived). Low viscosity liquid, non-greasy emollient, tolerates a wide pH range, compatible with most surfactants. Due to its low viscosity and density, it has high spreadability. Specific gravity 0.85 (at 20°C).

Advantages

  • Excellent emollient for non-greasy baths, body care and baby oils
  • Lubricant and compression aid for pressed powders
  • A light and non-sticky emollient for creams and lotions. Easily absorbed into the skin
  • When used in high concentrations, it gently removes makeup and surface impurities.
  • Gives shine to hair
  • Oxidation resistant (does not oxidize)
  • It is widely used as a diluent for perfume oils.

Using

Can be added to formulas as is, added to oil phase. For external use only.

Application

Creams, lotions, hand creams, shampoos, shower gels, make-up removers, powders and foundations.

Additional information

WeightN/A
Zapremina

100 g, 200 g, 400 g, 800 g, 4 kg, 10 kg