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Behenic Acid
Behenic Acid · Hydrogenated Coconut AcidBarrier
A long-chain fatty acid used to thicken and structure creams and stabilize emulsions.
What it does
Behenic acid is a long-chain saturated fatty acid (the related hydrogenated coconut acid is a similar fatty-acid blend). It is used to thicken the oil phase, give creams body, and help build and stabilize emulsions. It is a structural and texture ingredient rather than a skin active.
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