Ingredient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Low risk
FunctionEmollient
What it is — C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (INCI: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate), an ester of benzoic acid and plant- or petro-derived fatty alcohols.
What it does — It softens skin, gives a dry, silky slip and is an excellent solvent for organic UV filters, helping them spread evenly.
Typical use — Found in sunscreens, primers, foundations and lightweight lotions.
Who it suits / good to know — Suits most skin types, including those who want a non-greasy finish.
Safety — Rated low risk. This is general information, not medical advice.
Why we grade it Low: Low risk — a well-tolerated, non-greasy emollient.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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