A waxy emollient ester.
What it is
Myristyl myristate is an ester of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid. It gives creams a soft, cushiony texture and helps stabilise emulsions.
Where it is used
Creams, lotions, lip care and makeup.
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
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- Opacifying
- Reducing transparency or translucency of cosmetics.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (230)
- Aloe Soothing Cream Cleanser · The Body Shop
- Hemp Foot Protector · The Body Shop
- Aloe Soothing Day Cream · The Body Shop
- Aloe Soothing Night Cream · The Body Shop
- Vitamin C Glow Boosting Intense Moisturiser · The Body Shop
- Vitamin E Nourishing Night Cream · The Body Shop
- British Rose Body Butter · The Body Shop
- Vitamin E Moisture Day Cream · The Body Shop
- Express Brow Ultra Slim · Maybelline
- Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight Balm · Lumene
- Rich Day Cream · Lumene
- Rich Night Balm · Lumene