Isopropyl myristate in cleansing oil can reduce greasiness, help penetration and absorption, and has a good moisturizing effect. Isopropyl myristate has good permeability and can easily penetrate into pores to dissolve grease and dirt, so it is very useful in makeup remover products, especially makeup remover oil. It feels silky and dry on the skin, and can reduce the greasiness of other oils, especially olive oil and corn germ oil.

Isopropyl myristate is used as an adhesive, emollient and cuticle softener in cosmetics. Products added with this ingredient are easier to apply and have a refreshing texture. This ingredient has small molecules and is easy to penetrate. It has a good cleaning effect when used for makeup removal.

Functional applications of isopropyl myristate

Isopropyl myristate is a non-fat emollient and is easily absorbed by the skin. It is a component of semi-solid matrices and can also be used as a solvent for many substances in topical formulations. It is used in a variety of topical preparations and cosmetics, including bath oils, cosmetics, hair and nail care products, creams, lotions, lip balms, shaving creams, emollients, deodorants, otic suspensions, vaginal Cream.

For example, isopropyl myristate is a self-emulsifying ingredient in a cold cream prescription that can be used as a base for many drugs and dermatological drugs. In cosmetics, It is also used in stable mixtures of water and glycerol. Isopropyl myristate can be used as a penetration enhancer in transdermal absorption formulations and can be used in conjunction with therapeutic ultrasound and iontophoresis.

Isopropyl myristate can be used as the main component of the oil phase in water-oil gel prolonged-release emulsion.