Isopropyl Myristate
Our database includes 1,281 products that contain Isopropyl Myristate.
Explained
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
You should know
Concerns
Oily Skin
Can worsen Oily Skin
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
Acne
May cause Acne
Common acne is known as Acne vulgaris. Acne forms when skin follicles are clogged by sebum, hair, skin cells, or oils. There are several types of acne: whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules, and cysts.
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2.4%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Makeup
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Isopropyl Myristate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34699
INCI Name
ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE
INN Name
isopropyl myristate
EC #
 203-751-4
Ph. Eur. Name
isopropylis myristas
All Functions
Binding, Emollient, Masking, Perfuming
