vegetable oil skincare

What is "HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL BEHENYL ESTERS" and what does it do?

Role: EMOLLIENT/EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

Family: Hydrogenated oil

Comedogenic index: 2

Hydrogenated Castor Oil Behenyl Esters is a chemical compound derived from the hydrogenation of esters formed by the reaction between behenyl alcohol and castor oil. It is also known as hydrogenated castor oil.

This compound is distinguished by its olfactory neutrality and water-insolubility. Its major advantage lies in its high triglyceride concentration, giving it unique properties.

One of the major characteristics of Hydrogenated Castor Oil Behenyl Esters is its ability to act as a lipogelling agent. In other words, it gives a more solid consistency to products that would otherwise be liquid or oily.

Another essential role of Hydrogenated Castor Oil Behenyl Esters is its ability to stabilize emulsions. In other words, it facilitates mixing between liquid active ingredients, while ensuring emulsion stability and shelf life.

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