Ethylhexyl Palmitate (120ml)

Ethylhexyl Palmitate is a lightweight, oil-soluble emollient commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products. It is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and palmitic acid.

Description
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a silky, non-greasy feel. It is often used as a substitute for heavier oils because it spreads easily and leaves a smooth finish on the skin.

Benefits
Excellent emollient: Softens and smooths the skin.
Improves spreadability: Helps creams, lotions, and oils glide easily during application.
Lightweight feel: Provides a dry-touch, non-greasy skin feel compared to many natural oils.
Enhances sensory properties: Reduces tackiness and improves the texture of formulations.
Pigment dispersant: Commonly used in makeup products to help disperse pigments evenly.
Water-resistant properties: Can improve the wear and performance of sunscreens and color cosmetics.
Good oxidative stability: More resistant to rancidity than some vegetable oils.
Typical Usage Rates
Product Type Usage Rate
Facial serums/oils 2–20%
Creams & lotions 3–15%
Sunscreens 5–20%
Makeup (foundations, lipsticks) 5–30%
Hair care products 1–10%
Cleansing oils 5–50%
Formulation Notes
Oil-soluble only.
Compatible with most cosmetic oils, esters, silicones, waxes, and emulsifiers.
Added to the oil phase of emulsions.
Helps reduce the greasy feel of heavier oils such as Castor Oil, Avocado Oil, or Shea Butter.
Common Applications
Moisturizers
Facial oils
Sunscreens
Foundations and BB creams
Lipsticks and lip balms
Hair serums
Body oils
Cleansing oils
Advantages vs. Natural Oils
Lighter skin feel
Faster absorption
Better spreadability
Lower greasiness
More consistent quality and stability
For most facial moisturizers, a usage level of 3–10% is often sufficient to provide a silky, elegant skin feel without making the formula overly oily.