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Emollient

METHYLARACHIDIC ACID

Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A methyl-branched 20-carbon fatty acid used as an emollient lipid component. Well-tolerated like other long-chain fatty acids; specific cosmetic data is sparse.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-conditioning fatty acid
  • Stable, low reactivity
  • Used as emollient component

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic-specific data
  • No CIR review on this exact branched isomer
  • Possible feel issues at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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