Myristic Acid

INGREDIENT

Myristic Acid

Fatty Acid

Approved

A naturally occurring fatty acid commonly used in cleansers and soaps to provide cleansing and foam-enhancing properties. It is considered safe for cosmetic use.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function Surfactant; Cleansing
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 544-63-8
Category Fatty Acid
Function Surfactant; Cleansing
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Surfactant; Cleansing

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 www.cir-safety.org
  2. 2 cosmetics.ec.europa.eu
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 1 Oh Daisey Approved Product.

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