OCTYLDODECYL MYRISTATE

Octyldodecyl myristate is an ester of myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid) and 2-octyldodecanol.(1) In cosmetic formulations, it acts as a light emollient that makes the skin soft and supple(2).

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(2) Bährle-Rapp, M. (2012). Springer Lexikon Kosmetik und Körperpflege. 4th revised and expanded edition. Springer.