Isopropyl jojobates (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Isopropyl jojobate is a vegetable wax which is used in cosmetic formulations. Isopropyl jojobate is an ester compound between the isopropyl alcohol as alcoholic component and acids from jojoba oil. Isopropyl jojobate acts as a skin care product and emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

"Isopropyl" refers to isopropyl alcohol as the alcoholic component of a substance.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer