C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
What C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester is & what it does
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester is an ester formed from long-chain fatty acids and glycol. In formulas it functions as an emollient and a thickening or texturizing agent, giving creams and balms body and a smooth, conditioned feel. Esters of this type help stabilize the texture of an emulsion.
What does C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester do in skincare?
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester works as an emollient and a thickening or texturizing agent. It gives creams and balms body and a smooth, conditioned feel. Esters like this help stabilize the texture of an emulsion.
Does C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester clog pores?
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester is used at modest levels mainly to build texture and condition the skin. Comedogenic behavior can vary by person and by the overall formula. If you are prone to clogged pores, patch testing a product first is a sensible approach.
Is C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester natural or synthetic?
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester is synthetic, made by combining long-chain fatty acids with glycol to form an ester. The fatty acids may originate from plant or other sources. The ester itself is produced through a manufacturing process.
Sunscreens with C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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ISDIN Fotoultra 100 Sun Tinted Face Cream Depigmenting SPF50+
93/100
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Boots Soltan Kids Once 8hr Protect & Play SPF 30
80/100
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Perricone MD No Makeup Skincare Foundation Serum Broad Spectrum Spf 20
77/100
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Innbeauty Project Mineral Sun Glow Broad Spectrum SPF 43 Pa +++ With Peptides And Vitamin C
74/100
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Innbeauty Project Mineral Sun Glow SPF 43 Pa+++
72/100