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Emollient

METHYL MYRISTIC ACID

CAS 73679-18-2 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

The methyl ester of myristic acid (methyl tetradecanoate) used as a skin-protecting emollient and conditioning agent. No EU safety concerns or restrictions documented; tolerates well on skin.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-protecting emollient
  • Conditioning agent
  • Mild and well-tolerated

Known concerns

  • May feel oily on acne-prone skin
  • Limited independent cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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