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.
