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Skin Conditioning

MYRISTYL PCA

CAS 37673-27-1 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A skin softener that pairs the fatty alcohol myristyl with PCA, a natural skin humectant. Acts as both emollient and moisture-binder, with a clean safety record at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient skin feel
  • Humectant function from PCA moiety
  • Soft, conditioned skin

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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