Ingredient glossary
Isopropyl Myristate
INCI: Isopropyl Myristate
Decent support
Does Isopropyl Myristate clash with what you already use? Check it →A reasonable supporting ingredient. It helps a formula without being the star.
What it does
- softening
- slip
moderate evidenceOften flagged in cosmetic acne resources as one of the more comedogenic emollients, especially at higher use levels.
On a label: usually effective at 1-10%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- normal
Approach with care
- acne prone
- fungal acne prone
- Clogs poresHigh
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- humectants
- occlusives
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