Mono-2,3-dihydroxypropyl phosphate, esters with long-chain saturated and unsaturated fatty acids
Formula
C21H41O7P
Mol. Weight
436.50
CAS #
22002-87-5
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern biochemical compound developed in the late 20th century for research and cosmetic applications. No traditional use exists; its cosmetic role is based on contemporary understanding of lipid biochemistry.