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C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

Last update on Jan 17, 2023

C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is a moisturizer for the skin and hair that also acts to soften the surface. It works in different formulations to decrease the greasiness and tackiness of other ingredients. In its natural form, C12-13 Alkyl Lactate appears as a pale yellow liquid that can also be added to products in order to thicken them. This ingredient can be used as a substitute for mineral oil because of its excellent moisturizing properties. The chemical formula of C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is C₁₅H₃₀O₃.

CAS Number: Chem/IUPAC Name: Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, C12-13-alkyl estersEINECS/ELINCS No: COSING REF No: 74696

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Dermol 23L

by Alzo International

INCI: C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

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Cosmacol® ELI

by Sasol

INCI: C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

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RITAMOLLIENT AKL

by RITA Corporation

INCI: C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

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What is C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE used for?

C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is used in personal care and cosmetics primarily as a moisturizing agent. It can be found in products such as creams, shampoos, mascaras and hydrating masks. Apart from being a moisturizer, it is a good dispersing agent that allows the other ingredients to mix well in a formulation and result in a better textured product. It is also used to reduce the greasiness offered by other ingredients.

Skin care: In skin care products, it acts as a good hydrating ingredient. It also thickens the formulations to allow for better spreadability and increased performance.

Origin

C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is a synthetic ingredient made by the mixture of esters derived from lactic acid and alkyl alcohols with 12 and 13 carbon atom chains. It is a slightly viscous liquid that appears pale yellow in color.

What does C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE do in a formulation?

MOISTURISING

Safety Profile

C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is a safe ingredient and has minimal use restrictions. It works well for all skin types and has no known side effects. However, a patch test can be performed prior to usage. Further, C12-13 Alkyl Lactate is also vegan and halal.