C14-22 alcohols

C14-22 ALCOHOLS

Data confidence:High

Function

Emollient, Thickening Agent, Skin Conditioning Agent

EWG Safety Score

2/10Low concern

About this ingredient

A mixture of long-chain fatty alcohols derived from natural or synthetic sources, primarily containing C14 to C22 chain lengths. It acts as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetic formulations, providing emollience, texture, and viscosity control while improving skin feel and conditioning.

Found in 1+ sunscreens