Palmitato de Isopropila – IPP

O Isopropyl palmitate It is an emollient ester obtained by the esterification of palmitic acid with isopropyl alcohol, widely used in personal care products.

It acts as an emollient, lubricant, dispersant, and cosmetic solvent. It can also be used as a vehicle or diluent for active ingredients, vegetable and mineral oils, and has good solvent properties for chemical sunscreens.

Benefits

• Provides emollience.
• It acts as a lubricant.
• It aids in the dispersion of ingredients.
• It acts as a cosmetic solvent.
• It can be used as a vehicle for active ingredients.
• It acts as a diluent for vegetable and mineral oils.
• It helps to increase the solvent power.
• It has good solvent power for chemical sunscreens.
• It acts as a skin conditioner.

Features

• Palmitic acid ester and isopropyl alcohol
• Emollient
• Lubricant
• Dispersant
• Solvent
• Oily liquid
• Compatible with mineral and vegetable oils.
• Compatible with synthetic esters
• Compatible with low viscosity silicones
• Compatible with ethanol.
• It may exhibit turbidity or solidification at low temperatures.

Where to apply

• Body oils
• Bath oils
• Creams
• Lotions
• Conditioners
• Hair masks
• Ointments
• Sunscreens
• Deodorants
• Antiperspirants
• Lipsticks
• lip gloss
• Makeup
• Compact powders

Technical information

• Identification: Isopropyl palmitate — ester of palmitic acid and isopropyl alcohol
• Synonyms and search terms: Isopropyl Palmitate; Isopropyl Palmitate
• INCI: Isopropyl Palmitate
• CAS: 142-91-6
• Physical form / appearance: Oily liquid
• Obtaining: Esterification of palmitic acid with isopropyl alcohol

Functions and applications

Main function: To act as an emollient, thickener, and solvent in cosmetic formulations.

Complementary functions: antistatic, binder, emollient, lubricant, dispersant, solvent and skin conditioner.

Applications and sectors: Personal care and cosmetic products, including creams, lotions, hair products, sunscreens, deodorants, lip products, and makeup.

Benefits and distinguishing features: It is compatible with mineral and vegetable oils, synthetic esters, low-viscosity silicones, and ethanol. It can act as a vehicle or diluent for active ingredients and has good solvent properties for chemical sunscreens.

Frequently Asked Questions

In which formulations can isopropyl palmitate be used?

It can be used in body and bath oils, creams, lotions, conditioners, hair masks, ointments, sunscreens, deodorants, antiperspirants, lipsticks, lip glosses, makeup, and pressed powders.

What are the main functions of isopropyl palmitate?

It acts as an emollient, lubricant, dispersant, solvent, and skin conditioner, and can also be used as a vehicle or diluent for active ingredients.

Can isopropyl palmitate be used in sunscreens?

Yes. It can be used in sunscreens and has good solvent properties for chemical sunscreens.

With which ingredients is isopropyl palmitate compatible?

It is compatible with mineral and vegetable oils, synthetic esters, low-viscosity silicones, and ethanol.

What should I do if isopropyl palmitate becomes cloudy or solidifies?

The product may become cloudy and solidify when the temperature decreases. In these cases, it should be gently heated and homogenized before use.

What is the INCI code for Isopropyl Palmitate?

INCI is Isopropyl Palmitate.