Behenyl Alcohol
💚Very good
Also known as: 1-Docosanol, 22-Carbon Alcohol
Emollient
Emulsifier
Viscosity Controller
Fatty Alcohol
What it is
22-carbon fatty alcohol providing rich emollient and strong emulsifying properties. Creates luxurious creamy texture in formulations.
How it works
Long-chain fatty alcohol provides superior conditioning. Strong emulsification properties stabilize formulations. Creates rich protective barrier.
Benefits
- Rich emollient feel
- strong emulsifying and stabilizing properties
- increases formulation viscosity and body
- creates creamy luxurious texture
- non-drying fatty alcohol
- improves skin feel and smoothness
Formulation notes
Effective concentration: N/A
pH range: N/A
Stability: N/A
Safety
Irritancy: N/A
Comedogenicity: N/A
Ratings
Paula's Choice: N/A
INCIdecoder: N/A