OriginDerived from fatty alcohols and glycerin, belonging to the aliphatic alcohol chemical family. Synthesized through esterification or condensation of arachidyl alcohol with glycol compounds.
1,2-icosanediol is a glycol that is icosane bearing two hydroxy substituents located at positions 1 and 2. It derives from a hydride of an icosane.
Formula
C20H42O2
Mol. Weight
314.50
CAS #
39825-93-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not Phototoxic (CIR Panel on the ingredient group)
CIR Panel statement covering this group of ingredients; not tested individually (CIR 576)
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