C12-16 Alcohols
Caractéristiques
- INCI
- C12-16 Alcohols
- CAS
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68855-56-1
Il s'agit du numéro de la substance dans le registre du Chemical Abstracts Service. Le numéro CAS identifie de manière unique une substance indépendamment de la langue, du nom commercial ou des synonymes.
- EC
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272-490-6
Il s'agit du numéro de substance dans le système européen d'identification chimique (numéro CE), utilisé dans les bases de données réglementaires européennes, y compris ECHA/CosIng.
- Fonctions
- antistatic, emollient, emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, viscosity controlling
Pour qui
Descriptif
C12-16 Alcohols are a blend of fatty alcohols made from long-chain carbon sources, usually derived from plant oils or other feedstocks. Despite the word “alcohol,” these are not the drying kind found in some toners or sanitizers. In skincare and haircare, they mainly act as emollients, texture boosters, and stabilizers, helping formulas feel smoother, richer, and more luxurious.
On skin, C12-16 Alcohols can help soften and condition the surface while improving spreadability and reducing a greasy feel. In hair products, they may add slip, body, and a more polished finish, which is why they’re common in creams, lotions, conditioners, and styling products. People who like creamy, cushiony formulas often benefit from them, especially if they want products that feel less watery and more substantial.
Caveat: these ingredients are generally well tolerated, but any formula can be irritating for some individuals depending on the full ingredient list. If you’re very sensitive or prone to clogged pores, it’s worth checking the overall product rather than judging this ingredient alone.
Produits avec C12-16 Alcohols (619 total des dépenses)
Présent surtout dans les produits Missha (14 produits)
