Propylene glycol ricinoleate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 26402-31-3; (R)-12-Hydroxyoleic acid, monoester with propane-1,2-diol

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Propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol)" means a dihydric alcohol which, due to its chemical and physical properties, is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and technology, both as a monosubstance and as a component of ester compounds. "ricinoleate" means an ester of ricinoleic acid (12-hydroxy-9-octadecenoic acid)

Propylene glycol ricinoleate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and emulsifier (surface-active substance which is used in cosmetic products as an auxiliary agent in order to combine two immiscible liquids - e.g. oil and water - into one emulsion).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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