Fatty Acids

A short-chain saturated fatty acid of natural origin, caproic acid (also called hexanoic acid) has an oily liquid appearance.

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Function: Emollient

Application: Used for ester production, skincare.

A medium-chain saturated fatty acid of natural origin, caprylic acid, with an oily liquid appearance, is known for its antifungal properties.

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Function: Emollient

Application: Used for ester production, skincare, cleansers, shampoo.

A medium-chain saturated fatty acid of natural origin, capric acid is beneficial for the upper layers of the epidermis.

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Function: Emollient, thickener, surfactant

Application: Ester production, and perfumery.

A saturated fatty acid of natural origin, lauric acid is beneficial for the upper layers of the epidermis.

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Function: Emollient, thickener, surfactant

Application: Ester production, and perfumery.

A saturated fatty acid of natural origin, myristic acid is used as an emulsifier in cosmetics.

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Function: Emulsifier, cleanser, smoothing, degreasing

Application: Cleanser, cosmetics, perfumes.

A saturated C16 fatty acid is beneficial for the upper layers of the epidermis.

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Function: Emollient and emulsifier

Application: Cleansing products and body creams for its cleansing and opacifying properties. It can also be used in the formulation of perfumes.

A saturated fatty acid of natural origin, stearic acid is beneficial for the upper layers of the epidermis.

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Function: Thickener, emulsifier, emollient, and stabilizer

Application: Body creams, balms; candle production.

Palmitostearic acid is a blend of palmitic acid and stearic acid of natural origin. Various cuts/ratios between C16 and C18 are available. It is beneficial for the upper layers of the epidermis.

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Function: Thickener, emulsifier, emollient, and stabilizer

Application: Body creams, balms, candle production.

A monounsaturated fatty acid of natural origin.

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Function: Emollient, emulsifier

Application: Cleansing products, body creams, and balms.

It is an excellent skin regenerating agent that tones the epidermis.