Ethylhexyl Pelargonate
May feed Fungal Acne
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Explained
Ethylhexyl Pelargonate is a fatty acid with nine carbon atoms. This is why it is also referred to as nonanoic acid.
Like other fatty acids, it has emollient properties that help hydrate the skin.
This ingredient comes from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and Pelargonic Acid.
See all 32 products with Ethylhexyl Pelargonate
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Alternative names
Nonanoic Acid
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Ethylhexyl Pelargonate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
33892
INCI Name
ETHYLHEXYL PELARGONATE
EC #
 261-819-9
All Functions
Emollient