Ingredient

C14-22 Alcohols

Low risk

FunctionEmollient

What it is — C14-22 Alcohols (INCI of the same name), a blend of long-chain fatty alcohols; unlike drying alcohols, these are waxy and conditioning.

What it does — It is commonly used as an emollient and co-emulsifier that thickens formulas, stabilizes emulsions and leaves a soft, smooth feel; it is often paired with glucoside emulsifiers.

Typical use — Found in creams, lotions, cleansers and conditioners.

Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable for most skin types, including dry skin that benefits from richer textures.

Safety — Rated low risk; these are non-drying fatty alcohols, distinct from alcohol denat. This is general information, not medical advice; patch-test if your skin is easily irritated.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk — non-drying fatty alcohols.
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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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