murphyC10-40 Isoalkyl Acid
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Branched chain fatty acid
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Acid
Not Clean
OriginDerived from lanolin acid or produced synthetically from petroleum-derived hydrocarbons and fatty acid sources. Synthesized through selective hydrogenation and fractionation of mixed fatty acids to isolate branched C10-C40 chain components.
C10-40 Isoalkyl Acid is a mixture of branched, saturated fatty acids with 10 to 40 carbons in the alkyl chain, isolated from Lanolin Acid
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR