{"id":19829,"date":"2019-07-02T09:00:59","date_gmt":"2019-07-02T07:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/?p=19829"},"modified":"2019-10-17T14:27:20","modified_gmt":"2019-10-17T12:27:20","slug":"eye-on-ingredient-isopropyl-palmitate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/eye-on-ingredient-isopropyl-palmitate\/","title":{"rendered":"Eye on Ingredients: Isopropyl palmitate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is <em>isopropyl palmitate<\/em> an ingredient you want to see on the back of your product\u2019s label?<\/strong><br><br><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We know ingredient lists and\u00a0<a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/amazingy.com\/magazine\/decode-cosmetic-labels\/\" target=\"_blank\">labels can sometimes be tough to decipher<\/a>. So we&#8217;ve dedicated this column to shedding a little light on certain ingredients listed on our self-care products. In our mission to promote a healthy skin, lifestyle &amp; world, we believe that the first step is advocating for educated, conscious consumption \u2013 to practice self-love by knowing exactly what you\u2019re putting in your body AND on your body.<br><br><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Always remember when looking at an ingredient list:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The main ingredient is first, and then it goes down the list<\/li><li>If it sounds like something from a science experiment, it\u2019s probably not good for you<\/li><li>As a general rule: the fewer ingredients, the better<br><br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Isopropyl palmitate<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rating:<\/strong> Good (with exceptions)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Synonym(s):<\/strong> <em>ethylhexyl palmitate<\/em>; <em>octyl palmitate<\/em>; <em>cetyl palmitate<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it is:<\/strong><br><em>Isopropyl palmitate<\/em> is commonly used as a thickening agent. It helps products feel soft and it strengthens their moisturizing effect. You can find it in a wide spectrum of products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros and cons of <em>i<\/em><\/strong><em><strong>sopropyl palmitate<\/strong><\/em><strong>:<\/strong><br>One of the biggest pros of products with palmitates is instant effectiveness; they lubricate the skin surface within seconds. That\u2019s smoother, softer, silkier textured skin with the feel of more elasticity \u2013 right before your very eyes. However, this element does not come without its cons. Due to its powerful thickening properties, this ingredient prevents the skin from properly breathing. In turn, pores become more clogged, which can lead to a surge of breakouts. Although it is claimed to be a safe ingredient, opt to err on the side of caution regarding the amount you expose your skin to.<br>What\u2019s more, <em>isopropyl palmitate<\/em> is partly derived from alcohol which, over time, will end up drying the skin. And to top it off, it\u2019s primarily manufactured with palm oil, an environmental unsustainable no-go.<br><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict on <em>isopropyl palmitate<\/em>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In the end, <em>isopropyl palmitate<\/em> as an ingredient is an easy &amp; affordable way to make a product feel lush, with instant effectiveness. But you should consider avoiding it if clogged pores or acne is a concern for you.<br><br><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> <br><br><strong><em>Enjoyed reading this article? <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amazingy.us2.list-manage.com\/subscribe?u=1cdc543214f1d8c790361fe8c&amp;id=fbb10ec120\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up here<\/a> for our newsletter and get updates, sustainable health &amp; beauty tips, and special offers from our shop \u2013 dropped right into your inbox!<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><br><em>Editor\u2019s Note: This article was originally published in May 2018 and was updated in July 2019 for accuracy.<\/em><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is isopropyl palmitate an ingredient you want to see on the back of your product\u2019s label? 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