Behenyl Behenate
What Behenyl Behenate is & what it does
Behenyl Behenate is a wax ester formed from behenyl alcohol and behenic acid, both long-chain fatty components. In skincare and sunscreen products it serves as an emollient and thickening agent, raising the melting point of a formula and helping to create a stable, smooth texture. It is commonly used in stick-format and balm-type products where structure is needed.
Is Behenyl Behenate safe?
Behenyl Behenate is a wax ester used as an emollient and thickener, and such fatty esters are generally considered safe and well tolerated in cosmetics. It is used to structure and smooth a formula rather than as an active. A patch test is reasonable for sensitive skin.
Does Behenyl Behenate clog pores?
Its pore-clogging potential depends on the overall formula and on individual skin, so a single rating is not reliable. As a long-chain wax it adds occlusivity, which some acne-prone users prefer to limit. Observe how your skin responds or consult a professional if you are concerned.
Is Behenyl Behenate natural or synthetic?
Behenyl Behenate is a synthetic ester formed from behenyl alcohol and behenic acid. These fatty components can be sourced from plant oils, but the ester is made through processing. Sourcing varies by manufacturer.
Sunscreens with Behenyl Behenate
We rate 10 sunscreens that contain it:
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Zo Skin Health Zein Obagi Sunscreem + Primer Broad - Spectrum Spf 30
79/100
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Blue Lizard Australian Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Sensitive
74/100
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Kopari Pure Protect Mineral Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+
71/100
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Attitude Oatmeal Sensitive Natural Mineral Sunscreen Face Stick Unscented SPF 30
70/100
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Attitude Mineral Sunscreen Face Stick SPF 30
70/100
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Sunscreen Stick SPF 50+ Unscented
64/100
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Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick
64/100
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Vacation Orange Gelée SPF 30
62/100
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Attitude SPF 30 Face Stick Sensitive Skin
61/100
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Attitude Mineral Sunscreen Stick Unscented SPF 30
61/100