New: Behenyl Alcohol (Pastilles)

Behenyl Alcohol is an emulsifier that helps to keep the oil and liquid parts of a solution from separating. Other functions include altering the thickness of a liquid, increasing foaming capacity, and stabilizing foams. When applied to the skin, it leaves a smooth after-feel and helps prevent moisture loss.

Many products incorporate this ingredient because of its unique sensory properties and non-greasy feel after application. It can be found in wide variety of products such as face/body lotions, creams, scrubs, deodorant, lipstick and foundation.

There is a tendency to categorize all alcohols as drying and harmful because the name includes the word “alcohol.” In truth, behenyl alcohol has the opposite effect, since it effectively emulsifies and seals in moisture into the skin. Furthermore, it is neither irritating nor toxic.

Allison B. Kontur
www.BathBodySupply.com