Isostearic acid (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 30399-84-9 / 272; Isooctadecanoic acid; Isostearic acid

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Isostearic acid is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a binding agent (binds cosmetic preparations containing powders), emulsifier (changes the interfacial tension of liquids such as water and oil so that they can be mixed together), surfactant (washing-active substance which has a cleansing effect on the body surface).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer