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Myristyl myristate

Myristyl myristate is the ester derived from myristyl alcohol and myristic acid.

Properties

It has the molecular formula and a molecular weight of 424.75 g/mol. Myristyl myristate appears as a white to yellowish waxy solid with a melting point just above body temperature (40–44 °C). Myristyl myristate is insoluble in water, but soluble in oils. It functions as a non-greasy emollient that melts near skin temperature, imparting a soft, slightly waxy feel.

Uses

Myristyl myristate is primarily used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient, texture enhancer, and skin-conditioning agent. It improves the spreadability and stability of emulsions, adds body to creams and lotions, and provides a velvety skin feel.

Safety

Acute oral and dermal toxicity tests in animals indicate that myristyl myristate is nontoxic. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has concluded that myristyl myristate is safe as a cosmetic ingredient in the present uses and concentrations.

References

References

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  2. (1982). "Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Myristyl Myristate and Isopropyl Myristate". International Journal of Toxicology.
  3. "Myristyl Myristate". PubChem.
  4. (2010). "Final Report of the Amended Safety Assessment of Myristic Acid and Its Salts and Esters as Used in Cosmetics". International Journal of Toxicology.
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