Isocetyl Alcohol
Can worsen Oily Skin
These ingredients are known to potentially contribute to excess oil or shine, but they don't affect everyone the same way. Skin can be oily for many reasons, so it's always a good idea to consider your unique skin needs when choosing products.
May cause Acne
These ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
Explained
Isocetyl Alcohol can be created by reacting palmitic acid.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin by preventing moisture from escaping.
It is non-soluble in water, but dissolves in oil and alcohol.
See all 34 products with Isocetyl Alcohol
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Makeup
Masks
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Isocetyl Alcohol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34619
INCI Name
ISOCETYL ALCOHOL
EC #
 252-964-9
All Functions
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
