Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate

AKA “Pentaerythritol, tetramyristate, UNII-896NIT9V7W, Myristic acid, tetraester with pentaerythritol, Tetradecanoic acid, 2-bis(((1-oxotetradecyl)oxy)methyl)-1, 3-propanediyl ester”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Pentaerythrityl tetramyristate

AKA: Pentaerythritol, UNII-896NIT9V7W, Myristic acid, Tetraester with pentaerythritol, Tetradecanoic acid, 2-bis(((1-oxotetradecyl)oxy)methyl)-1, 3-propanediyl ester

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Clean

A lightweight emollient that softens and conditions skin, helping it feel smooth and hydrated without a heavy residue.

Formula

C61H116O8

Mol. Weight

977.60

CAS #

18641-59-3

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

A synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century as a cosmetic emollient. Designed to provide lightweight moisture and improve the texture of skincare and makeup formulations without the greasiness of natural oils.