What concentration of Glyceryl Behenate is effective?

Typical effective concentrations of Glyceryl Behenate are Typically 1–10% in leave-on and rinse-off formulations, up to 30% in anhydrous or pressed makeup products as a gelling or compacting agent.

What skin types is Glyceryl Behenate suitable for?

Glyceryl Behenate is suitable for all skin types, sensitive skin, dry skin.

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Formula IngredientEmollient, Emulsifier

Glyceryl Behenate

Q: Can Glyceryl Behenate cause skin irritation?

Glyceryl Behenate has a low irritation risk. Glyceryl behenate is considered a mild, well-tolerated ingredient with a very low sensitisation potential. It is not restricted under EU Annexes II or III. Suitable for sensitive skin at typical use concentrations.

Q: Is Glyceryl Behenate safe to use during pregnancy?

Glyceryl Behenate is rated "safe" for pregnancy use. No known reproductive or developmental concerns. Glyceryl behenate is a fatty acid ester with no identified systemic toxicity at cosmetic use levels. Considered safe during pregnancy at standard cosmetic concentrations.

Q: Does Glyceryl Behenate increase sun sensitivity?

Glyceryl Behenate has a no sun sensitivity risk. Glyceryl behenate does not increase photosensitivity. No special sun protection measures are required due to its use.

INCI: Glyceryl Behenate

Glyceryl behenate is the monoester of glycerol and behenic acid (a long-chain C22 fatty acid), derived from vegetable sources such as rapeseed oil. It functions as an emollient that softens skin and as an emulsifier and gelling agent that helps stabilise waterless formulas and pressed makeup products. It is Ecocert-certified and widely used in clean beauty formulations.

What does this do in a formula?

skin softening, emulsion stabilisation, texture enhancement, gelling agent for waterless formulas, compacting agent in pressed powders

Is Glyceryl Behenate safe? Key considerations

Can Glyceryl Behenate cause irritation?

Low Risk

Glyceryl behenate is considered a mild, well-tolerated ingredient with a very low sensitisation potential. It is not restricted under EU Annexes II or III. Suitable for sensitive skin at typical use concentrations.

Does Glyceryl Behenate increase sun sensitivity?

No Risk

Glyceryl behenate does not increase photosensitivity. No special sun protection measures are required due to its use.

Is Glyceryl Behenate safe during pregnancy?

Safe

No known reproductive or developmental concerns. Glyceryl behenate is a fatty acid ester with no identified systemic toxicity at cosmetic use levels. Considered safe during pregnancy at standard cosmetic concentrations.

How does Glyceryl Behenate work?

Individuals with known allergy to behenic acid or rapeseed-derived ingredients should review the considerations above before use.

Which products contain Glyceryl Behenate?

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