Synonym(s)
CAS number: 61790-37-2; Fatty acids, tallow
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Tallow acid is a general term for tallow fatty acids (mainly of animal origin - beef tallow) which are used in cosmetic formulations.
Tallow fatty acids act as emollients (makes the skin smooth and supple), emulsifiers (surface-active substance which is used in cosmetic products as an additive to combine 2 immiscible liquids - e.g. oil and water - into one emulsion), substances with cleansing effects, skin care products (keeps the skin in a good condition) and as refatting substances.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer