C10-16 ALCOHOLS

Other

82

Good

About C10-16 ALCOHOLS

A mixture of saturated aliphatic alcohols used as opacifying agents, emulsion stabilisers, and viscosity controllers that give products a smooth, velvety texture.

Detailed Analysis

C10-16 Alcohols (also called decyl alcohol, lauryl alcohol, and related homologues) are saturated fatty alcohols produced by reduction of fatty acids or petrochemical routes. They are permitted in EU cosmetics without specific concentration limits under Regulation (EC) 1223/2009. Decyl alcohol (C10) and lauryl alcohol (C12) have been assessed by the SCCS and found safe for use in cosmetic products at current use levels. They are not sensitisers and have low acute toxicity.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Emollient and skin-conditioning
  • ✓ Viscosity-controlling
  • ✓ Emulsion stabiliser

Safety Score

82

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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