A glyceryl ether with a branched alkyl chain, listed as a deodorant, humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Methylheptylglycerin is an alkyl glyceryl ether in which glycerin is bonded through an ether link to a branched C8 (methylheptyl) chain; it is related to ethylhexylglycerin. CosIng lists it as a deodorant, humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, lotions, deodorants and other products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
Functions
- Deodorant
- Reducing and/or eluminating unpleasant odour. Contributing against the formation of malodour on body surfaces.
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
- Skin conditioning – miscellaneous
- Enhancing the appearance of dry and/or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.