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DIHYDROABIETYL BEHENATE.

Valuable / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Dihydroabietyl Behenate is a semi-solid emollient that forms an excellent, adhering barrier on the skin. Its hydrophobic and viscous nature helps condition skin and control formulation viscosity.

Summary

Emollient Viscosity Controlling Skin Conditioning Barrier Enhancing

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by creating a protective, occlusive layer on the skin, leveraging its hydrophobic and viscous properties to enhance barrier function. It also acts as a skin conditioning and viscosity-controlling agent within formulations.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Semi-solid at ambient temperatures, Dihydroabietyl Behenate is oil-soluble and water-insoluble. It disperses readily with natural/mineral oils and volatile silicones.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

Considered very safe, this ingredient has passed numerous toxicity studies, exhibiting non-irritating, non-toxic, and non-comedogenic properties. No specific CIR, SCCS, or FDA regulatory limits are documented.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Dihydroabietyl Behenate is a versatile and valuable emollient, offering excellent barrier formation and viscosity control with a low irritancy and comedogenicity profile, suitable for all skin types.

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