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OCTYLDODECYL MYRISTATE
Octyldodecyl myristate is an ester of myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid) and 2-octyldodecanol. (1) In cosmetic formulations it acts as a light emollient that softens and smoothes the skin. (2)
(1) Manufacturer's information
(2) Bährle-Rapp, M. (2012). Springer Lexikon Kosmetik und Körperpflege. 4th revised and expanded edition. Springer