Isostearyl lactate

Isostearyl lactate (CAS 42131-28-2), also known as isooctadecyl lactate, is an ester of isostearyl alcohol and lactic acid; an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations.

Where is Isostearyl lactate used?

• Personal care: emollient
• Facial moisturizers, sunscreens and color cosmetics: spreading agent improving texture and skin adhesion without occlusive heaviness
• Plasticizer and softener
• Film-forming systems: nail care and hair coating products
• Lubricants and metalworking fluids: lubricity and coupling agent between components
• Coatings and adhesives: flexibility and substrate wetting
• It bridges polar and non-polar components.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging from drums to intermediate bulk containers