OriginSynthesized from cetyl alcohol and dimethylbutanol, both petroleum-derived or plant-derived alcohol compounds. Produced through ether linkage formation via catalytic condensation of the two alcohol components.
Hexadecane, 1-(1,3-Dimethlbutoxy)-
Formula
C22H46O
Mol. Weight
326.60
CAS #
185143-68-4
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
murphy