Comedogenic potential similar to IPM; good skin feel; widely used in lipsticks and foundations
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Solvent
Emollient
Moisturisers, lipsticks, foundations
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl Palmitate safe to use in skincare?
Isopropyl Palmitate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Comedogenic potential similar to IPM; good skin feel; widely used in lipsticks and foundations
Is Isopropyl Palmitate allowed in India?
Isopropyl Palmitate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Isopropyl Palmitate used for in cosmetics?
Isopropyl Palmitate functions as: Emollient / Solvent. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers, lipsticks, foundations.
Regulatory Status
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies
Identifiers
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