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Isopropyl Myristate

INCI Isopropyl Myristate

Emollient / Slip Agent Hydration & Barrier

What it is & what it does

Isopropyl Myristate is a fast-spreading ester emollient and penetration-enhancing solvent.
It reduces roughness and gives a silky finish, while also helping some oil-soluble ingredients move through the outer skin more easily. Some acne-prone users find very rich formulas containing it less comfortable, so the whole formula matters.

Usage & cautions

Very acne-prone skin may prefer to patch test richer formulas containing high levels of Isopropyl Myristate.

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Information approach Consumer-friendly summaries are informed by established cosmetic ingredient references such as INCIDecoder and Paula’s Choice Ingredient Dictionary, while avoiding turning ingredient-level evidence into medical claims about the finished product.