Isocetyl Myristate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: ICM-R, Nikkol ICM-R, 83708-66-1, Myristic acid, Isocetyl ester, Tetradecanoic acid, Isohexadecyl ester
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Tetradecanoic acid, isohexadecy ester
Formula
C30H60O2
Mol. Weight
452.80
CAS #
83708-66-1
Form
Liquid
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.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic ester created to function as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic formulations, designed to improve texture and absorption properties without traditional medicinal or cosmetic applications.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR