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C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

Chem/IUPAC Name:	Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, C12-13-alkyl esters
COSING REF No:	74696

C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

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.

Who supplies C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE ?

Alzo International

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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.

C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE Alternatives

ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, GLYCERIN

Technical profile

Property	Values
Boiling Point	325°C
Melting Point	-20°C
Solubility	Soluble in water
Viscosity	Viscous

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FORMULATIONS with C12-13 ALKYL LACTATE

Toiletries: Transparent Shower Gel with Jojoba Oil and Beads by Sasol

Transparent Shower Gel with Jojoba Oil and Beads contains Tego Betain F50 which is a concentrated Cocamidopropyl Betaine with high active concentration, best purity, and good foaming properties. TEGO® Betain F 50 is used as very mild amphoteric surfactant in all products for skin cleansing. A formulation by Sasol.

Toiletries: Transparent Shower Gel with Beads by Sasol

Transparent Shower Gel with Beads contains Tego Betain F50 which is a concentrated Cocamidopropyl Betaine with high active concentration, best purity, and good foaming properties. TEGO® Betain F 50 is used as very mild amphoteric surfactant in all products for skin cleansing. A formulation by Sasol.

Toiletries: Body Cleansing & Peeling 2 by Sasol

Body Cleansing & Peeling 2 contains Gelcarin PC 379 which acts as a gelling agent, thickener and stabilizer. It is a plant hydrophilic polymer (red algae) with repetitions of disaccharides and sulfate groups. A formulation by Sasol.

Toiletries: Body Cleansing & Peeling 1 by Sasol

Body Cleansing & Peeling 1 contains Gelcarin PC 379 which acts as a gelling agent, thickener and stabilizer. It is a plant hydrophilic polymer (red algae) with repetitions of disaccharides and sulfate groups. A formulation by Sasol.

Skin Care: Soft Peeling Face Wash by Sasol

Soft Peeling Face Wash contains COSMACOL ELI which is a versatile, polar multifunctional emollient that is the lactic ester of Isalchem 123, which allows it to exhibit most of the peculiar characteristics of lactic acid derivatives, such as moisturizing and a mild keratolytic effect, making it suitable for skin care products targeted for different types of skin, from dry to greasy. A formulation by Sasol.

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