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TRIISOPROPYL CITRATE.

Optional CAS 74592-76-0 / SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Triisopropyl Citrate is a versatile ester employed in skincare formulations, functioning primarily as a solvent to aid in ingredient dispersion and as a skin conditioning agent. It contributes emollient properties, enhancing the skin's smoothness and texture.

Summary

Emollient Solvent

Science

Mechanism of Action

Triisopropyl Citrate operates within skincare by effectively dissolving various other ingredients, which supports the overall stability and uniform texture of a formulation. Concurrently, it acts as an emollient, forming a protective film on the skin's surface to help soften and smooth it.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

As a liquid ester, Triisopropyl Citrate is not prone to dusting in its typical application.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has determined Triisopropyl Citrate to be safe under its current practices of use and concentration. While no specific SCCS opinion or FDA status for this compound was found, the closely related Triethyl Citrate is recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

Triisopropyl Citrate is an optionally valuable ingredient, providing both solvent functionality for formulation stability and emollient properties for skin conditioning, supported by an established safety profile from CIR.

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