C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
What C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate is & what it does
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate is an ester formed from ethylhexanoic acid and a blend of C12 to C15 fatty alcohols. In formulas it acts as a lightweight emollient and skin conditioning agent, giving products a smooth, non-greasy, fast-spreading feel. It is frequently used in sunscreens and lotions as a cosmetically pleasant oil-phase ingredient.
What does C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate do in skincare?
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate acts as a lightweight emollient and skin-conditioning agent, giving products a smooth, non-greasy, fast-spreading feel. It is frequently used in sunscreens and lotions as the cosmetically pleasant part of the oil phase. It improves texture rather than acting as an active.
Is C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate comedogenic?
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate is a light ester emollient that is often described as having a low likelihood of clogging pores, though individual reactions vary. Pore response can depend on the overall formula and on a person's skin type. If you are acne-prone, patch testing a new product is a sensible step.
Is C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate natural or synthetic?
C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate is typically synthetic, made by reacting ethylhexanoic acid with a blend of C12 to C15 fatty alcohols. The fatty alcohols can be sourced from plant oils or petrochemicals depending on the supplier. The finished ester is a processed, manufactured material.
Sunscreens with C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Revision Skincare Intellishade® Clear
61/100
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SunSense Daily Face Spf 50+
58/100
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Bobbi Brown Extra Repair Moisturizing Balm SPF 25
54/100
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Rimmel London Lasting Finish Foundation SPF 20
49/100
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Lea SUN Suncare Cream SPF 50
49/100
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Rimmel London
Rimmel Long Lasting Finish 25 Hr Foundation
49/100