Thickener
C18-36 ACID
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A blend of long-chain fatty acids used as a thickening, structuring wax in lipsticks and balms. CIR-reviewed safe; no notable concerns at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Long-chain fatty-acid wax
- Emollient and thickening
- Stabilizes lipsticks and balms
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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