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METHYLHEPTYL MYRISTATE

77

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ester emollient derived from methylheptyl alcohol and myristic acid providing lightweight skin conditioning.

Methylheptyl myristate is the ester of methylheptyl alcohol and myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid), used as an emollient and skin conditioning agent. The branchedchain alcohol component gives it a lighter feel than straight-chain myristates. Listed in EU CosIng without restrictions, it is considered safe for cosmetic use.

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight emollient feel
  • Conditions and softens skin
  • Improves spreadability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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