Explained
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.
As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.
This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.
People also like: Water, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin
People also dislike: Niacinamide, Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is a rare cosmetic ingredient, with about 4.4% of the products in our database containing it.
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Where it's used
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is most often found as ingredient number 5 within an ingredient list.
These are the categories of products that use C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate the most:
References
Products with C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
CosIng Data
- CosIng ID: 74635
- INCI Name: C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE
- EC #: Â 270-112-4
- All Functions: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
