Tridecyl Neopentanoate
What Tridecyl Neopentanoate is & what it does
Tridecyl Neopentanoate is a synthetic ester formed from tridecyl alcohol and neopentanoic acid. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it works as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, giving products a light, dry-feeling slip without a greasy afterfeel. Its low viscosity makes it a common spreading agent that helps disperse UV filters and pigments evenly.
Is Tridecyl Neopentanoate safe?
Tridecyl Neopentanoate is widely used as an emollient in cosmetics and is generally considered safe at the concentrations found in skincare and sunscreen products. It is a well-established ester used for its light skin feel. As with any ingredient, those with very sensitive skin can patch test first.
Is Tridecyl Neopentanoate comedogenic?
Tridecyl Neopentanoate is a lightweight ester generally regarded as low on the comedogenic scale, and it is often chosen for its dry, non-greasy finish. Individual responses can vary, so anyone prone to clogged pores may want to monitor how their skin reacts. If you are acne-prone, a patch test is a reasonable precaution.
Is Tridecyl Neopentanoate natural or synthetic?
Tridecyl Neopentanoate is a synthetic ester made by combining tridecyl alcohol with neopentanoic acid. It is manufactured rather than extracted from a plant. Its ingredients can be derived from petrochemical or plant-based feedstocks depending on the supplier.
Sunscreens with Tridecyl Neopentanoate
We rate 9 sunscreens that contain it:
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Lidherma Protector Solar Uva Plus Spf 40 Toque Seco
83/100
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Lidherma SPF 50+ Color
81/100
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Ultrasun Transparent Sun Protection Sports Gel SPF30 400ml
80/100
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MiLaborit Protector Solar Diario 50 SPF
74/100
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Vanicream Sunscreen Sport, Spf 35
74/100
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Grace Cosmetics Infiniti Tinted Nourishing Cream SPF 15
69/100
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Oars + Alps Hydrating SPF 50 Sunscreen Spray
64/100
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Rayito de Sol Tinted Sunscreen SPF30
57/100
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Supergoop! PLAY Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 with Vitamin C
49/100