Palmitic Acid (C16)

Palmitic Acid (C16), also known as Hexadecanoic Acid, is a saturated fatty acid widely used as a functional ingredient in cosmetic and personal-care formulations. Its molecular formula is C16H32O2. In cosmetics, Palmitic Acid primarily functions as an emollient and emulsifying agent, helping improve skin feel and supporting stable oil-and-water formulations. It is suitable for use in a variety of formulations, including creams, lotions, soaps, cleansers and other skin-care products.

Uses

• Used in creams and lotions as an emollient and formulation aid.
• Helps support oil-and-water emulsions.
• Used in soaps and cleansing formulations.
• Suitable for various skin-care and personal-care formulations.
• Can contribute to the texture and consistency of cosmetic formulations.
• Used as a fatty-acid component in cosmetic formulation systems.

Benefits

• Emollient Properties: Helps provide a soft and smooth skin feel.
• Emulsifying Support: Helps combine oil and water phases in cosmetic formulations.
• Improves Texture: Contributes to a rich, smooth and consistent product texture.
• Formulation Versatility: Suitable for creams, lotions, soaps and cleansers.
• Skin Conditioning: Helps improve the feel and appearance of the skin surface.
• Useful Formulation Ingredient: Works well in a range of cosmetic and personal-care applications.