At a glance
- CAS number
- 661-19-8
- INCI name
- Behenyl Alcohol
- Function
- emollient, emulsifier, thickener, viscosity modifier
- Typical use level
- 0.5%–10%
- Solubility
- oil
- Stable pH
- 4–9
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Also known as
Docosanol 1-Docosanol n-Docosanol C22 Fatty Alcohol Arachidyl Behenyl Alcohol
Compatibility
Works well with:
Cetearyl Alcohol Glycerin Dimethicone Shea Butter Stearic Acid Ceteareth-20
Behenyl Alcohol is broadly compatible with most emulsion components and works synergistically with other fatty alcohols and emulsifiers to build structured, stable emulsions. It functions well alongside ionic and non-ionic emulsifiers. No significant incompatibilities are widely reported at typical use levels.
Formulation notes
Behenyl Alcohol is a long-chain saturated fatty alcohol (C22) derived primarily from behenic acid via reduction, often sourced from rapeseed or other vegetable oils. It contributes rich emollience, improves skin feel, and provides significant thickening and structuring to creams and lotions by forming a lamellar gel network. It also exhibits mild emulsifying properties and can enhance the stability and texture of oil-in-water emulsions.
Related ingredients
- Arachidyl AlcoholEmollient
- Cetyl AlcoholEmollient
- Stearyl AlcoholEmollient
- Glyceryl StearateEmulsifier
- Hydroxypropyl Starch PhosphateThickener
- Behenyl PEG/PPG-20/20 DimethiconeEmulsifier