Magnesium myristate is the magnesium salt of myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid. It is popular in cosmetics, skincare products, and personal care products.
Overview
INCI name : Magnesium myristate
CAS No. : 4086-70-8
Molecular Formula : C14H31NO
Category :emulsifying agent, lubricating agent, surface active agent, dispersing agent
Solubility : soluble in hot water and hot ethyl alcohol; lightly soluble in organic solvent, such as ethyl alcohol and ether;
Magnesium myristate Properties
| Item | Specification |
| Appearance | white fine powder |
| Assay（MgO） (calculate by drying) | 8.20~8.90% |
| Assay（Mg） | 4.90%~5.40% |
| Loss on drying | ≤6.0% |
| Iodine value | ≤1.00% |
| Free Acid | ≤3.00% |
| Melting Point | 132.00~138.00℃ |
| Particle Size(Through 200mesh) | 99.00% |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.0020% |
| Pb | ≤0.0010% |
| As | ≤0.0005% |
Magnesium myristate Application
Cosmetics
Magnesium myristate is often as a binder, filler, and texture enhancer in cosmetics such as foundations, eyeshadows, and blushes. It helps improve the adherence of the product to the skin, and make the skin smooth.
Skin Care Products
Magnesium myristate is a material in various skincare products such as creams, lotions, and sunscreens. It can act as an emollient, giving products a silky and smooth texture, and it can help improve the spreadability of the product on the skin.
Oil Absorption
Due to its ability to absorb oils, magnesium myristate is commonly used in oil-control cosmetics. It helps reduce the shine on the skin, which makes it a popular ingredient in products designed for people with oily skin.
Stabilizer
In some formulations, magnesium myristate is as a stabilizer, helping to keep the different components of a product mixed together and preventing them from separating.
Thickening Agent
It can serve as a thickening agent in various formulations, giving the product a richer and creamier consistency.
Improvement of Adhesion
In cosmetics such as eye shadows and blushes, magnesium myristate can improve adhesion to the skin, allowing for better pigmentation and longer-lasting wear.
Matte Finishes
It is often used in the formulation of matte cosmetics to create a smooth, matte finish on the skin.
Packaging
20kg/bag. The PE film lined the polywoven bag or as customer’s packing instructions.
Storage
keep in cool and dry place, store in sealed containers.
