Emulsifier
RAFFINOSE MYRISTATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sugar-fatty-acid ester of raffinose and myristic acid. Acts as a mild emulsifier and skin-conditioning emollient. Biodegradable and based on the well-tolerated sucrose-ester family.
Skin benefits
- Sugar-ester emulsifier/emollient
- Mild and biodegradable
- Naturally-derived feedstocks (sugar + fatty acid)
- Skin-conditioning film
Known concerns
- Limited published cosmetic safety literature
- No major regulatory review specifically on this ester
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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