murphySD Alcohol 39-C
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Alcohol Denat, Denatured Alcohol
Synthetic
Solvent
Astringent
Clean
OriginSD Alcohol 39-C is ethanol derived from petroleum or grain fermentation, belonging to the alcohol compound family. It is denatured through the addition of bitter agents and denaturants to render it undrinkable for cosmetic use.
Alcohol Denat.,Denatured Alcohol, Not Designated by the Government
CAS #
8048-19-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Viscosity Controlling
Controls excess oil
Minimizes pores
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR