emollient
Myristic Acid
Generally safe·Strong evidence
A saturated fatty acid used as an emollient and texture ingredient in creams and formulations. It is well tolerated and commonly used at safe concentrations.
Questions
- What is myristic acid?
- It's a saturated fatty acid found naturally in coconut and palm oils. It functions as an emollient and helps formulas feel creamy.
- Is myristic acid bad for skin?
- Myristic acid is present in many natural oils and skincare products. The published evidence does not support safety concerns when used in cosmetics.
Products with Myristic Acid
- 100IlliyoonCeramide Ato Concentrate Cream
- 100COSRXAdvanced Snail 92 All In One Cream
- 100La Roche-PosayToleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer
- 100MelvitaOrganic Argan Oil
- 99Honest CompanyAdvanced Therapy Body Wash
- 97Up & UpSPF 30 Deep Repair Facial Moisturizer Sunscreen
- 96CeraVeHydrating 100% Mineral Sunscreen for Face SPF 50
- 96Haruharu WonderBlack Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence
- 96L'Oreal ParisTelescopic Original Mascara
- 95SanaNameraka Honpo Cleansing Face Wash
- 95MaybellineLash Sensational Sky High Mascara
- 95LancomeLash Idole Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara
- 95MaybellineLash Sensational Very Black Volume Mascara
- 94NacificUyu Cream Toner
- 94Kiehl'sUltra Facial Cream
- 94CeraVeItch Relief Moisturizing Lotion
- 93SKIN1004Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam
- 93Some By MiAHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam
- 92Black Girl SunscreenSun Ready Stick
- 92Lab SeriesAll-In-One Multi-Action Exfoliating Face Wash
- 92HourglassVanish Airbrush Concealer
- 91COSRXSalicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser
- 91OriginsChecks and Balances Frothy Face Wash
- 91LuminCharcoal Face Cleanser
- 90NIVEASensitive & Radiant
- 88LuminCharcoal Face Wash Daily Detox
- 87ShiseidoPerfect Whip Cleansing Foam
- 87First Aid BeautyKP Bump Eraser Body Scrub 10% AHA
- 86InnisfreeGreen Tea Amino Acid Cleansing Foam
- 86BevelMen's Face Wash
- 83Harry'sExfoliating Facial Cleanser
- 83Some By MiRetinol Intense Reactivating Serum
- 82Dr.JartCeramidin Cream
- 82InnisfreeVolcanic BHA Pore Cleansing Foam
- 80Harry'sExfoliating Face Wash
- 80NiveaIntensive Moisture Hand Cream
- 79ShiseidoClarifying Cleansing Foam
- 79VichyCapital Soleil
- 79VichyCapital Soleil SPF 50 Mattifying Face Fluid Dry Touch
- 78The Face ShopRice Water Bright Facial Foaming Cleanser
- 60SooryehanHyobidam Fermented Cream
- 52The History of WhooGongjinhyang Soo Vital Hydrating Essence
References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.