OriginDerived from propylene glycol and behenic acid, both petroleum or plant-based chemical building blocks. Synthesized through esterification, where behenic acid chemically bonds with propylene glycol under controlled conditions.
Docosanoic acid, 2-hydroxypropyl ester
Formula
C25H52O4
Mol. Weight
416.70
CAS #
27923-61-1, 100214-87-7
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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