Lexol® NBS MB is an essentially odorless and colorless emollient that is soluble in various oils and esters. When incorporated into skincare formulations, it provides outstanding spreadability and a light, smooth after-feel. Lexol® NBS MB can be utilized in skin care, cleansing, nail care and color cosmetic preparations. It is effective for skin penetration, softening, acts as a plasticizer and super fatting agent in nail care, and can solubilize fragrances or wet pigments.
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Product No.
16136008
Supplier
Inolex
CAS
123-95-5
Synonyms
Butyl Stearate, n - Butyl Stearate, Octadecanoic Acid, Butyl Ester
Applications
Skin care products,
Cleansing products,
Nail care formulations,
Color cosmetics,
Fragrance solubilization,
Pigment wetting agent,
Prestige candle applications
Sustainability Characteristics
Natural or bio-based, Social impact accreditation, Environmental accreditation
Characteristics
Odorless and colorless emollient,
Soluble in alcohols/oils/esters/silicones,
84% biobased content (USDA BioPreferred® certified),
Listed in China FDA IECIC inventory
Benefits
Outstanding spreading properties
Light smooth after-feel
Provides skin penetration
Skin softening benefits
Acts as plasticizer and super fatting agent for nails
Solubilizes fragrances
Wets pigments
Low smoke burn characteristics for candles
Recommended Use
Body Oils
Candles
Color Cosmetics
Cosmetics
Emollient
Eye Liner
Face Powder
Lip Balm
Lip Gloss
Lip Liner
Lipsticks
Moisturizing Cream Formulations
Nail Care
Pigment Dispersant
Skin Care Products
Documents
Product Details
Grade
Technical
Form
Liquid
Prohibited Uses
Intended For Use Only In Cosmetics. Not to be Used In Food/Ingestible Applications. Not approved as a Pharmaceutical Active.
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