The Basics On Glyceryl Behenate
What is Glyceryl Behenate?
A fatty acid behenic acid.
What are other names for Glyceryl Behenate?
2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL DOCOSANOATE, 2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL ESTER DOCOSANOIC ACID, BEHENIC ACID MONOGLYCERIDE, DOCODANOIN, MONO-, DOCOSANOIC ACID, 2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL ESTER, DOCOSANOIC ACID, MONOESTER WITH 1,2,3-PROPANETRIOL, GLYCERIN MONOBEHENATE, GLYCEROL MONOBENHENATE, GLYCERYL BEHENATE, GLYCERYL MONOBE HENATE, MONO- DOCODANOIN, and MONOESTER WITH 1,2,3-PROPANETRIOL DOCOSANOIC ACID
What is Glyceryl Behenate used for?
An ester emollient of fatty acid behenic acid that aids the integration of key ingredients into skin’s surface while helping to impart a smooth, soft feel. It can also function as an emulsifier.
How Glyceryl Behenate is classified
Emollients, Texture Enhancer
Recommendations for using Glyceryl Behenate during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Glyceryl Behenate During Pregnancy
What we know about using Glyceryl Behenate while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Glyceryl Behenate from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Glyceryl Behenate
Beautycounter Counter+ All Bright C Serum; Farmacy Very Cherry Bright 15% Clean Vitamin C Serum with Acerola Cherry; Anastasia Beverly Hills Lash Brag Volumizing Mascara
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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