Very Disliked

Myristyl Myristate

Explained

Myristyl Myristate is created from the fatty acids of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid. In skincare, it is an emollient and texture enhancer.

On its own, this ingredient has a comedogenicity index of 5/5. This means it has the potential to clog pores. When diluted with cetyl alcohol or propylene glycol, the comedogenicity will decrease.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Nutmeg, palm kernel oil, and coconut oil all contain this ingredient naturally.

See all 516 products with Myristyl Myristate

Comedogenic Rating
0-5
Irritancy Rating
2
Users who like it
3%
Users who avoid it
97%

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
0.6%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Eye Care
Sunscreens
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
4%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 35459
INCI Name MYRISTYL MYRISTATE
EC #  221-787-9
All Functions Emollient, Opa CI Fying, Skin Conditioning