Science
Mechanism of Action
This ingredient operates by reducing the interfacial tension between immiscible liquids like water and oil. Through its surfactant properties, it stabilizes emulsions, ensuring that the oil and water components within a formulation remain uniformly dispersed without separating.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Insufficient-data confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Conflicts
- N-nitrosating agents
Safety
Safety Profile
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has determined that Mixed Isopropanolamines Myristate, along with related Isopropanolamines, is safe for use in cosmetic formulations under current practices. This safety is conditional upon the final product being formulated to be non-irritating. It is critical to avoid combining this ingredient with N-nitrosating agents to prevent the potential formation of harmful nitrosamines.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
Mixed Isopropanolamines Myristate is a valuable formulating agent, essential for creating stable emulsions in skincare, provided it is used within safe formulation guidelines, particularly avoiding N-nitrosating agents.
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