Características
- INCI
- Behenic Acid
- CAS
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112-85-6
Este es el número de sustancia en el registro del Chemical Abstracts Service. El número CAS identifica de forma exclusiva una sustancia independientemente del idioma, el nombre comercial o los sinónimos.
- EC
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204-010-8
Este es el número de sustancia en el sistema europeo de identificación química (número CE), que se utiliza en las bases de datos regulatorias europeas, incluida la ECHA / CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Docosanoic Acid
- Funciones
- cleansing, emulsifying, opacifying, surfactant
- Irritabilidad
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0 / 5
Potencial de irritación: 0-5, donde 5 es la calificación de irritación más alta para el ingrediente.
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0 / 5
Índice de comedogenicidad: 0-5. Es poco probable que un ingrediente no comedogénico (0-1) cause acné cosmético.
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Для кого подходит
Descripción
Behenic Acid is a long-chain fatty acid found naturally in some plant oils, especially from seeds and nuts. In cosmetics, it’s used mostly as a texture and conditioning ingredient rather than a headline “active.” You’ll often see it in creams, conditioners, cleansers, and styling products because it helps formulas feel richer, smoother, and more stable.
For skin, behenic acid can add a soft, emollient feel and help reduce that dry, squeaky sensation after cleansing. In hair care, it can contribute to slip, softness, and a more polished finish, which is why it shows up in conditioners and leave-ins. It’s especially useful for people who like richer formulas or want products that feel more cushioning on dry skin or coarse, textured, or frizzy hair.
Caveat: behenic acid is generally a supporting ingredient, not a treatment for specific skin concerns. In very rich formulas, some people with oily or breakout-prone skin may prefer lighter textures, though the ingredient itself is not inherently “bad.” As always, the overall formula matters more than any single ingredient.
Encontrado en productos (690 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Rationale (23 продуктов)
