Characteristics
- INCI
- Diisostearyl Malate
- CAS
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67763-18-2, 81230-05-9
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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267-041-6
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Bis(16-Methylheptadecyl) Malate
- Functions
- emollient, skin conditioning, surfactant
Для кого подходит
Description
Diisostearyl Malate is a synthetic emollient and texture-enhancing ingredient often used in lip products, balms, glosses, creams, and some hair formulas. It’s made to feel rich and cushiony on the skin, helping products spread smoothly without a greasy finish. In cosmetics, it also acts as a binder and slip agent, which means it can improve how a formula applies and how long it stays comfortable.
For skin, Diisostearyl Malate mainly helps soften and condition the surface, reducing the dry, tight feel that can come from matte or long-wear formulas. In lip care and makeup, it’s especially valued for giving a plush, glossy, or satin-like feel while helping pigments glide on evenly. In hair products, it can add a light conditioning touch and improve manageability, though it’s more common in leave-on color and styling formulas than in everyday shampoos.
Who benefits? People with dry, chapped, or texture-sensitive skin often appreciate it, especially in lip products and richer creams. It’s generally well tolerated, but as with any cosmetic ingredient, very sensitive users may prefer to patch test new products. It’s not a treatment ingredient; think of it as a comfort and performance booster that makes formulas feel better and work more elegantly.
Found in products (2 862 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Essence (53 продуктов)
