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Dermol ML is a lactic acid ester that is a 28-34º C melt point wax. It increases the viscosity of emulsions.

INCI Name: Myristyl Lactate

Functions: Emollient, Lubricant, Plasticizer, Slip Agent

Labeling Claims: Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Elegant Feel, Emolliency, Imparts Lubricity, Non-Tacky

Synonyms: Tetradecyl lactate

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
1323-03-1
EC No.
215-350-1

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Hair Care Applications
Skin Care Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

Dermol ML is an non-oily, soft, waxy emollient with a low melting point. It is used in low oil content creams and body lotions where it gives an elegant velvety feel to the skin. Dermol ML imparts luster and body to hair when incorporated into shampoos and cream rinses. It reduces tackiness and acts as a lubricant and plasticizer for polymer resins in aerosol hair spray formulations and antiperspirants.

Properties

Appearance
Liquid to Soft Solid
Odor
Typical Slight Odor
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 5mg KOH/g
Colormax. 2.0Gardner
Flash Point (COC)Over 160°C
Free Fatty Acid as Lactic (Mol. wt. 90) 0.5%
Melting Point28 – 34°C
Mollecular Weight (Theoretical)286.0
Pounds per Gallon (at 30°C)7.5
Saponification Value165 – 185mg KOH/g
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.9