The Basics On Hexyldecanol
What is Hexyldecanol?
A synthetic, non-drying fatty alcohol used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
What are other names for Hexyldecanol?
1-DECANOL, 2-HEXYL-, 1DECANOL, 2HEXYL, 2-HEXYL- 1-DECANOL, 2-HEXYL-1-DECANOL, 2-HEXYLDECAN-1-OL, 2-HEXYLDECANOL, 2-HEXYLDECYL ALOCHOL, and HEXYLDECANOL
What is Hexyldecanol used for?
Hexyldecanol is an ingredient used as an emollient, humectant, and skin-conditioning solvent in beauty care products. It has a low viscosity and therefore creates a base in products and cosmetics that is easily spreadable
How Hexyldecanol is classified
Emollients, Skin-Softening
Recommendations for using Hexyldecanol during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Hexyldecanol During Pregnancy
What we know about using Hexyldecanol while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Hexyldecanol from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Hexyldecanol
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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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