Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate
What Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate is & what it does
Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate is an ester of tartaric acid with C12-13 fatty alcohols, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It contributes a light, silky, non-greasy slip and helps disperse other ingredients in a formula. It is often chosen for elegant-feeling lotions and sun care. No specific concerns are flagged for it in the catalog.
What is Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate?
It is an ester of tartaric acid with C12-13 fatty alcohols, used in cosmetics as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It gives a light, silky slip.
What does Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate do in sunscreen?
It conditions the skin and helps disperse other ingredients, contributing a non-greasy, elegant feel. It is often chosen for lotions and sun care for its pleasant texture.
Is Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate safe?
It is generally considered a well-tolerated emollient ester, and no specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Di-C12-13 Alkyl Tartrate
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Heliocare Ultra Cream Spf 90
84/100
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Heliocare Hydra Gel SPF 50 Sun Touch
82/100
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bareMinerals Barepro 24hr Wear Skin-perfecting Matte Liquid Foundation Mineral SPF 20
75/100
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Lirene Sensitive And Allergic Skin Soothing Moisturizing Cream SPF 5
66/100