OriginDerived from behenic acid (a long-chain fatty acid) and glycol, belonging to the synthetic ester compound family. Synthesized through esterification, combining glycol with behenic acid under controlled conditions.
Ethylene didocosanoate
Formula
C46H90O4
Mol. Weight
707.20
CAS #
79416-55-0, 344-64-8
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Opacifying
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.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
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