The Basics On Isopropyl Isostearate
What is Isopropyl Isostearate?
The ester of isopropyl alcohol and isostearic acid.
What are other names for Isopropyl Isostearate?
1-METHYLETHYL ESTER HEXADECANOIC ACID, 1-METHYLETHYL HEXADECANOATE, HEXADECANOIC ACID, 1-METHYLETHYL ESTER, HEXADECANOIC ACID, 1METHYLETHYL ESTER, IPP, ISOPROPYL ESTER PALMITIC ACID, ISOPROPYL N-HEXADECANOATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, and PALMITIC ACID, ISOPROPYL ESTER
What is Isopropyl Isostearate used for?
In cosmetics and personal care products, Isopropyl Isostearate is used in the formulation of skin care products and face and eye makeup. Isopropyl Isostearate acts as a lubricant on the skin’s surface giving it a soft and smooth appearance. It may also act as a binder .
How Isopropyl Isostearate is classified
Emollients
Recommendations for using Isopropyl Isostearate during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Isopropyl Isostearate During Pregnancy
What we know about using Isopropyl Isostearate while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Isopropyl Isostearate from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Isopropyl Isostearate
First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Deep Cleanser With Red Clay; First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Ginger & Turmeric Vitamin C Jelly Mask; First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Daily Face Cream
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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