Description

Isopropyl Myristate, also known as IPM is an emollient ester used in a variety of products from lotions, creams, to make up to help moisturize, and reduce the greasiness of lotions and creams, especially in anhydrous products (products made without water) . It is the product of the reaction of isopropanol with myristic acid (vegetable source). It is a non-greasy emollient, it is readily adsorbed by the skin.

When added to lotions and creams,  IPM promotes a silky, smooth feel.  In products made without water (anhydrous) like lotion bars, lip balms, etc. It imparts a dry, velvety emollience. It is used to reduce the greasiness of lotion bars, whipped butters and emulsions. IPM is resistant to oxidation and will not become rancid. IPM is also an effective diluent for fragrance oils.

INCI: Isopropyl Myristate

Purity: 99%

Appearance: Colorless oil with little to no odor

Solubility: Oil

Manufacturer Suggested Usage: 1 to 10%  to your oil phase.

Common Uses/ Benefits

Isopropyl Myristate (IPM) is an ester of isopropanol and vegetable derived myristic acid. Considered a dry emollient, IPM is primarily used to reduce the greasy feel of other oils and butters in skin care products such as lotions, creams and lotion bars. It also aids in absorption, helping bring other ingredients deeper into the skin.

• Highly effective emollient
• imparts dry, velvety emollience to products
• Reduces greasiness in products
• Moisturizing Agents
•  Diluent
• penetration enhancer

Applications

• Anhydrous formulations
• Skincare formulations
• Moisturizers
• Make up
• lotion bars
• Lip products

Storage: Store in a cool, dry area place . Keep container closed.