See also: Sucrose Myristate (annotation moved to).
Formula
C26H48O12
Mol. Weight
552.70
CAS #
27216-47-3
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Created by combining sucrose with myristic acid. Used in cosmetics as an emollient and emulsifier, developed to provide conditioning properties and improve product stability in skincare and personal care applications.
