Myristyl Alcohol acts as a co-emulsifier, emollient, opacifying agent, foam booster, and viscosity modifier in various cosmetic applications like skin, sun, hair, and color cosmetics.

 

Myristyl Alcohol is an emollient, emulsion stabilizing, foam boosting, skin conditioning, and viscosity controlling agent used in cosmetics formulations.

Myristyl alcohol, also called 1-Tetradecanol, is a straight-chain saturated fatty alcohol with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)12CH2OH. 

Myristyl alcohol is a white waxy solid that is practically insoluble in water, soluble in diethyl ether, and slightly soluble in ethanol.

Myristyl alcohol is used for viscosity regulation in cosmetic and pharmaceutical oil-in-water emulsions. 

Myristyl alcohol is a white to light yellowish hydrophilic wax supplied in pellets or flakes, has a hydroxyl value of 258-264, a solidification point of 35-38°C, and an iodine number of max. 0.3.

Myristyl Alcohol is a vegetable-based, non-animal-derived fatty alcohol in standard bead form. 

Myristyl alcohol is a lighter-weight fatty alcohol that functions as a thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and emollient. 

Myristyl alcohol is also sometimes used as a surfactant, often with other surfactants. Myristyl alcohol is considered safe when used in cosmetics.

Myristyl Alcohol is a valuable ingredient in the cosmetic and personal care industry. 

Myristyl Alcohol is commonly used as an emollient as it helps to hydrate and soothe the skin leaving it healthier and better textured. 

Myristyl Alcohol also reduces the surface tension between different components and helps to combine oil and water-based ingredients. 

Myristyl Alcohol improves the feel, texture, and performance of products such as body lotions, lip balms, shampoos, and sunscreens. 

The chemical formula of Myristyl Alcohol is C14H30O.

Myristyl Alcohol is an emollient, which softens and smoothes the skin in cosmetic products.

Myristyl Alcohol is an emulsion stabilizer, which promotes the emulsification process and improves the stability and shelf life of the emulsion.

Myristyl Alcohol is a Foam booster, which improves the quality of the foam produced by increasing one or more of the following properties: volume, texture, and/or stability

Myristyl Alcohol is a Skin conditioner used in cosmetic products which maintains the skin in good condition.

Myristyl Alcohol is a Viscosity controlling agent, which increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetics.

Preferred IUPAC name: Tetradecan-1-ol

Other names

Myristyl alcohol

Tetradecyl alcohol

Synonyms: Myristyl alcohol, Myristic Alcohol, Tetradecyl alcohol, 1-Tetradecanol, 1-HYDROXYTETRADECANE, TETRADECANOL

Identifiers

CAS Number: 112-72-1 

EINECS/ELINCS No: 204-000-3

Chemical formula: C14H30O

Molar mass: 214.393 g·mol−1

Density: 0.824 g/cm3

Melting point: 38 °C (100 °F; 311 K)

Boiling point: >260 °C

Myristyl Alcohol is a common ingredient and cosmetics and personal care products thanks to its conditioning and moisturizing properties.

Skincare: Myristyl Alcohol is used for its emollient properties to soften and smoothen the surface. 

Further, Myristyl Alcohol stabilizes formulations and improves the texture of the products. 

Myristyl Alcohol is also a thickener that increases the viscosity of skin care products and makes them easier to apply.

Hair care: Myristyl Alcohol is a great conditioning agent for hair care products like shampoos, conditioners, and styling products. 

Myristyl Alcohol is a surfactant that helps remove oil and dirt from the scalp and shafts.

Applications of Myristyl Alcohol:

Treatment / Conditioner

Leave-in treatment / Styling

Cleansing

Lotion / Milk / Cream

Foundation / Makeup base

Sun Care

Lip / Gloss

Functions of Myristyl Alcohol:

Emollient

Emulsion Stabilising Agent

Foam Booster

Skin Conditioning Agent

Viscosity Controlling Agent

Fragrance Ingredient

Origin

Myristyl Alcohol is derived from natural sources like palm kernel, coconut, or other vegetable oils. 

For this procedure, myristic acid is hydrogenated in the presence of a catalyst such as palladium or nickel. 

Myristyl Alcohol can be in the form of a white waxy solid, flakes, or powder.

Lauryl myristyl alcohol is also sometimes utilized as a surfactant, often with other surfactants. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol is considered safe when used in cosmetics. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol, a form of the combination of C14 and C12 that is myristyl and lauryl. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol has extensive uses in several industries, including cosmetic, food, automotive, textile, and chemical industries. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols derived from coconut oil. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol is generally used with other elements to form lotions, creams, and other personal care products. 

Lauryl myristyl alcohol has emollient & emulsion-stabilizing qualities and is utilized in cosmetic products to moisturize the skin while preventing soluble ingredients from separating.

Safety Profile of MYRISTYL ALCOHOL

Myristyl Alcohol is good for skin and hair and has no significant side effects. In some cases, it can cause mild allergies and irritation. 

Therefore, a patch test is necessary, especially for sensitive skin types. 

Generally, Myristyl Alcohol is not comedogenic, meaning it does not clog pores or cause acne. Myristyl Alcohol is also vegan and halal since it is derived from plant-based sources like coconut oil.

MYRISTYL ALCOHOL Alternatives

CETYL ALCOHOL, STEARYL ALCOHOL, SYNTHETIC JOJOBA OIL

Production of Myristyl alcohol:

Myristyl alcohol is obtained from palm kernel or coconut oil fatty acids by esterification and catalytic hydrogenation.

Myristyl alcohol is classified as a white crystalline solid mid-cut alcohol below 36-39 ºC.

Myristyl alcohol may be prepared by the hydrogenation of myristic acid (or its esters); myristic acid itself can be found in nutmeg (from where it gains its name) but is also present in palm kernel oil and coconut oil, and it is from these that the majority of 1-tetra decanol is produced.

Myristyl alcohol may also be produced from petrochemical feedstocks via the Ziegler process.

Uses of Myristyl alcohol:

As with other fatty alcohols, 1-tetradecanol is used as an ingredient in cosmetics such as cold creams for its emollient properties. 

Myristyl alcohol is also an intermediate in synthesizing other products, such as surfactants.

Industrial uses: biocides (manufacturer of disinfectants, pest control products), coating products, anti-freeze products, lubricants and greases, polishes and waxes, washing & cleaning products.

Cosmetic uses: Emulsion stabilizing, skin conditioning, skin conditioning-emollient, surfactant-foam boosting, viscosity controlling.

Toxicity

Like other fatty alcohols, myristyl alcohol has very low acute toxicity, with LD50 >5000 mg/kg (oral, rat)

112-72-1 [RN]

1-Hydroxytetradecane

1-Tetradecanol [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name] [Wiki]

1-Tetradecanol [German] [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]

1-Tétradécanol [French] [ACD/IUPAC Name]

204-000-3 [EINECS]

Kalcohl 40 [Trade name]

Kalcohl 4098 [Trade name]

Myristic alcohol

Myristyl alcohol

Nacol 14-95

n-Tetradecan-1-ol

n-Tetradecanol

n-Tetradecyl alcohol

Q14 [WLN]

Tetradecanol

Tetradecyl alcohol

V42034O9PU

XB8655000

XB8655000 [RTECS]

1-tetradecanol [Portuguese] [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]

1-tetradecanol, ???

1-Tetradecyl alcohol

myristyl alcohol, reagent

Myristyl alcohol, Tetradecyl alcohol

n-tetradecanol|tetradecanol|tetradecan-1-ol|tetradecyl alcohol|myristyl alcohol|myristic alcohol

n-Tetradecyl-1,1-d2 Alcohol

Tetradecanol (7CI)

Tetradecanol-1

UNII:V42034O9PU