Barrier lipid
CETYLOXYPROPYL GLYCERYL METHOXYPROPYL MYRISTAMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A pseudo-ceramide barrier lipid used in moisturisers and face creams to reinforce the skin barrier and reduce transepidermal water loss. It mimics the function of skin's own native ceramides.
Skin benefits
- Synthetic ceramide-mimetic skin lipid
- Reinforces the skin barrier and reduces water loss
- Smooth, non-comedogenic feel
- Compatible with sensitive skin formulas
Known concerns
- High purity required to avoid amine impurities
- Specific INCI not formally reviewed by CIR or SCCS
- Performance highly formulation-dependent
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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