A waxy triglyceride used as an emollient and thickener.
What it is
Tribehenin is the triester of glycerin and behenic acid, a long-chain fatty acid. It is a waxy material that softens skin and structures oily formulas.
Where it is used
Lipsticks, balms and creams.
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.
- 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 (255)
- Hurricane Hold Pomade Maximum Hold No Shine · Duke Cannon
- Swipe It Moisturising Lip Balm · The Body Shop
- Skin Defence Hydrating Hand & Body Protector SPF50+ PA++++ · The Body Shop
- Skin Defence Hydrating Body Protector SPF50+ PA++++ · The Body Shop
- XX Revolution Glow Skin FauXXdation Foundation · Revolution
- Revolution Pro CC Cream Perfecting Foundation SPF30 · Revolution
- Revolution Pout Lip Oil With Charm · Revolution
- Revolution Pout Bomb Plumping Gloss · Revolution
- Revolution Juicy Peptide Lip Balm · Revolution
- I Heart Revolution Heartbreakers Concealer · Revolution
- Revolution 5D Lash Mascara · Revolution
- Revolution Jelly Glow PH Lip & Cheek Stain · Revolution