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Emollient

C20-22 ALCOHOLS

CAS 90604-34-5 Updated
86

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 (C20-C22) fatty alcohols. Unlike drying short-chain alcohols, these are waxy emollients and co-emulsifiers that soften and stabilise creams. Excellent tolerance profile.

Skin benefits

  • Long-chain fatty alcohol emollient
  • Softens and conditions skin
  • Acts as co-emulsifier and thickener
  • Not drying like short-chain alcohols

Known concerns

  • Heavy occlusive feel on oily skin
  • Rare comedogenic potential at very high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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