Glyceryl Behenate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Tribehenin, 18641-57-1, Glyceryl tribehenate, Compritol 888, Tribehenoyl glycerol, Behenic acid, 1, 2, 3-propanetriol ester, 3-Propenetriol tridocosanoate, Dub bg, Compritol 888 cg
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Docosanoic acid, monoester with glycerol
Formula
C69H134O6
Mol. Weight
1059.80
CAS #
30233-64-8, 6916-74-1
Form
Wax
State
Solid
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created by combining glycerin with behenic acid (from plant sources like rapeseed). Developed as a modern emollient and thickening agent for cosmetics with no traditional precedent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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